Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Nafplio?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nafplio or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Nafplio or Olympos? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Nafplio or Olympos?
Nafplio
The destination of Nafplio exists as a historic seaport town on the Peloponnese peninsula. From prevailing as a major port under royal succession in the Middle Ages to standing under the Republic of Venice, Ottoman Empire, and finally becoming capital of the First Hellenic Republic and then the Kingdom of Greece, this place has seen it all. Nafplio is now the capital of the region of Argolis.
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 Luxury Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Greece, 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 dayNafplio €112Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Nafplio is €112, while the average daily cost in Olympos is €89. 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 Nafplio and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNafplio €50Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNafplio €100Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Nafplio and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Nafplio 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: Nafplio Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nafplio €46Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nafplio
Also for Nafplio, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Athens: Bus Transfer to/from Nafplio: $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Nafplio or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Nafplio 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 dayNafplio €34Olympos €28
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 : $33
- Kemer Olympos & Yanartas Sunset Jeep Tour with Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nafplio €22Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Nafplio
For Nafplio, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Argolis: Full-Day Private Peloponnese Tour from Athens: $427
- Athens: Corinth, Epidaurus, Mycenae and Nafplio Day Tour: $524
- From Athens: Peloponnese Full Day Private Tour & Audio Tour: $503
- From Hydra Island Private-Tour to Nafplio, Epidaurus&Mycenae: $385
- From Nafplion: Mycenae, Corinth Canal and Epidavros Day Tour: $182
- Mycenae Epidavrous Nafplio Isthmus Canal Full Day Tour 8 H: $199
- Mycenae-Nafplio-Epidaurus Private Full Day Tour with Sedan: $91
- Nafplio Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour: $11
- City Walking Tour: $86
- Highlights Walking Tour: $59
- Peloponnese Tour 2-Day Itinerary: $1,444
- Peloponnese: Mycenae Nafplio Epidaurus Private Tour & Audio: $503
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: $66
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- 9 Hours Rafting, Buggy Safari and Zipline Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Buggy Safari and Rafting Adventure from Kemer: $38
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- Green Canyon Boat Tour with Lunch and Drinks from Kemer: $63
- Kemer 3 in 1 Tour Rafting Quad Safari and Zipline Experience: $40
- Kemer ATV Mountain Biking Tour: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNafplio €6.86Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Nafplio
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nafplio:
- Nafplion: Nemea Vineyards Wine Tour: $171
- "Wine tasting Tour in Nemea and Visit tour in Nafplio": $295
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nafplio and Olympos, we can see that Nafplio is more expensive. And not only is Olympos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Olympos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Olympos 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 Nafplio would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nafplio than you might in Olympos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nafplio Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Nafplio or Olympos?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Nafplio or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nafplio and Olympos. The summer months attract visitors to Nafplio because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Nafplio is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nafplio in July average around 25°C (76°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Nafplio, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nafplio usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Nafplio gets 352 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Nafplio usually receives less rain than Olympos. Nafplio gets 4 mm (0.2 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 JulyNafplio 25°C (76°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nafplio or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Nafplio as well as Olympos. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Nafplio this time of year.
In October, Nafplio is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Nafplio average around 19°C (66°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nafplio this time of the year. In the autumn, Nafplio often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Nafplio gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Nafplio receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nafplio usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Nafplio gets 100 mm (3.9 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 OctoberNafplio 19°C (66°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Nafplio or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Nafplio are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Nafplio for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Nafplio is around the same temperature as Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Nafplio averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Nafplio usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Nafplio gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Nafplio. In January, Nafplio usually receives more rain than Olympos. Nafplio gets 113 mm (4.4 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 JanuaryNafplio 10°C (51°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Nafplio or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Nafplio during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Nafplio in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Nafplio is around the same temperature as Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nafplio in April average around 15°C (58°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Nafplio. In the spring, Nafplio often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Nafplio gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Nafplio usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Nafplio 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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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNafplio 15°C (58°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Nafplio
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (58°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (76°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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