Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Meknes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Meknes or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Meknes and Olympos can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Meknes or Olympos?
Meknes
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
Olympos
Olympos was an ancient city in Lycia, situated in a river valley near the coast. Its ruins are located south of the modern town Cirali in the Kumluca district of Antalya Province, Turkey. An important Lycian city in the 2nd century BC, Olympos is more famous these days for being the beach resort of choice for backpackers. Staying in an Olympos 'tree house' at one of the dozen-or-so camps that line the path to the ruins and beach has long been the stuff of travel legend. The former hippy-trail hot-spot has been considerably renovated in past years and during summer can be pretty overcrowded. Olympos offers good value and an up-for-it party atmosphere in a lovely setting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMeknes $58Olympos $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Meknes is $58, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $76. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Meknes and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMeknes $26Olympos $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMeknes $52Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Meknes and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Meknes or Olympos? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Meknes Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Meknes $1.49Olympos $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- From Antalya/Kemer: Scuba Diving Tour with Lunch & Transfer: $148
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $102
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $102
- Departure Transfer from Kemer or Side to Antalya AYT Airport: $89
- Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
- Olympos Cable Car Ride With Transfer from Kemer 2365m: $81
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $79
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $68
- Scuba Diving Experience with Lunch & Transfer in Kemer: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Meknes or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Meknes change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayMeknes $25Olympos $33
Typical Food Prices in Meknes
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
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Popcorn$0.20
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Spices$2.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Olympos
For Olympos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Olympos, Cirali, Chimera Night Tour with Dinner at Ulupinar: $51
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Brunch Cooking with Locals: $55
- Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Meknes $3.62Olympos $19
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- 2 Hour Olympos Cable Car Tour to Tahtali Mountains from Kemer: $80
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- Antalya All-Inclusive City Tour from Kemer:Boat Trip & Waterfalls: $38
- Antalya FullDay Suluada Island Boat Tour: $28
- Canyoning and Rafting Adventure: $51
- From Antalya: Perge Ancient City & Temple of Apollo Tour: $45
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $51
- Green Canyon Boat Tour Scenic Cruise with Lunch Included: $62
- Green Canyon Boat and Green Lake Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $59
- Kemer Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch at Riverside: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMeknes $2.68Olympos $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Meknes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
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Bottle of Wine$4.68
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Meknes and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Meknes is in Africa and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Olympos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Olympos than you might in Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Meknes Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Meknes or Olympos?
Olympos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Meknes or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Meknes are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
In the summer, Meknes is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Meknes in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. Meknes usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Meknes gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Meknes usually receives less rain than Olympos. Meknes gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMeknes 23°C (73°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Meknes during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Meknes is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 19°C (67°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Meknes. In the autumn, Meknes often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Meknes gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Meknes usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Meknes gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMeknes 19°C (67°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Meknes and Olympos. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
Meknes is around the same temperature as Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Meknes averages around 12°C (54°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Meknes usually receives more sunshine than Olympos during winter. Meknes gets 165 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Meknes usually receives more rain than Olympos. Meknes gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMeknes 12°C (54°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Meknes or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Meknes as well as Olympos. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Meknes is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Meknes in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Meknes this time of the year. In the spring, Meknes often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Meknes gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Meknes usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Meknes gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMeknes 16°C (60°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Meknes
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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