Which place is cheaper, Bergen or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Bergen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Bergen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Bergen?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Bergen
Bergen is the second largest city in Norway, and a major tourist destination due to its proximity and easy access to the fjords in West Norway. The nature that surrounds the city is stunning, and you can easily hop into the nearby countryside for some incredible hikes and outdoor adventures. The city itself is well known for its music and art scenes, making it a cultural haven in the country. There are many reasons to visit Bergen, not the least of which is the people that live there. Bergen is the most hilly city within Norway. It is surrounded by the Seven Mountains, which restrict development and keep the city contained. Situated in the far west of Norway, Bergen can be reached by a very scenic seven hour train ride from Oslo.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best 10-Day Tours in Norway, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Bergen $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Bergen is $108. 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 Pamukkale and Bergen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Bergen $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Bergen $134
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Bergen
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Bergen? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Bergen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Bergen $9.65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bergen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bergen:
- From Private Transfer to Gudvangen: $443
- From Private Transfer to Voss: $362
- TRANSFER, STANDARD, 1-7 PAX: Solstrand Hotel transfer: $286
- TRANSFER, STANDARD, 1-7 PAX: Panorama Hotel & Resort transfer: $286
- Private Bergen Airport Transfer to or from Bergen City: $251
- TRANSFER, LUXURY VAN 1-7 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $233
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bergen Airport BGO to Bergen City by Minibus: $198
- Departure Private Transfer from Bergen City to Bergen Airport BGO by Minibus: $198
- TRANSFER, STANDARD, 1-7 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $192
- TRANSFER, LUXURY VAN 1-7 PAX: Bergen city transfer: $177
- TRANSFER, LUXURY CAR 1-3 PAX: Bergen airport transfer: $172
- Private Transfer to Airport, City or Cruise Port: $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Bergen?
Prices for flights to both Bergen and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Bergen $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bergen
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bergen.
- Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Bergen $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
- Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
- From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
- Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $67
- Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $81
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Bergen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bergen are as follows:
- 2 Hour Private Guided Walking Tour of Bergen: $55
- 3-Hour Private Norwegian Hiking Experience with Local Guide: $121
- 3-Hour Private Tour Hiked through the Bergen Mountains: $148
- Authentic Private Walking Tour of Bergen: $96
- Bergen 3-Hour Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Bergen Cruise - Guided City & Harbor Sightseeing: $36
- Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake: $206
- Bergen Fjord Cruise to Alversund Streams - All year: $55
- Bergen Fjord Cruise to Alversund Streams - All year: $55
- Bergen Fjord Experience Aboard Viking-style Ship: $84
- Bergen Golden Circle Fjortour by Minibus: $5.00
- Bergen Guided Tour by Minibus (with Photo stops) & Bryggen Walk: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Bergen $6.87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Bergen, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Bergen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bergen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bergen 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Bergen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Bergen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Bergen?
Bergen has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Bergen, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale or Bergen?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bergen in the Summer?
Both Bergen and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Bergen because of the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences.
Pamukkale is much warmer than Bergen in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Bergen fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
Bergen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Bergen. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Bergen receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Bergen 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bergen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Bergen. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere are the main draw to Bergen this time of year.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is much warmer than Bergen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Bergen averages at about 9°C (48°F).
Bergen receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bergen. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bergen receives 271 mm (10.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Bergen 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bergen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Bergen. Additionally, many travelers come to Bergen for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Bergen. In January, Pamukkale is generally much warmer than Bergen. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Bergen fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).
It's quite rainy in Bergen. Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets less rain in January than Bergen. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Bergen receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Bergen 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bergen in the Spring?
Both Bergen and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bergen in the spring for the small town charm.
Pamukkale is much warmer than Bergen in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Bergen fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bergen. In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bergen. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bergen receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Bergen 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Bergen and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Bergen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 283 mm (11.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 271 mm (10.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 259 mm (10.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 235 mm (9.3 in) |
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