Which place is cheaper, Caltagirone or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Caltagirone?
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.
Caltagirone
Located in Central Sicily in the province of Catania, Caltagirone is a town that is most famous for its ceramics as well as its long ceramic decorated staircase. The town is just 70 kilometers southwest of the city of Catania. The ceramic industry is notable for its pottery, more specifically its maiolica and terra-cotta wares. While there is a historical base for this industry, today the production is more focused on artistic items such as ceramics and sculptures. In addition to ceramics, the town's economy is dependent upon agriculture including the production of grapes, olives and peaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Italy, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Caltagirone $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Caltagirone is $102. 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 Caltagirone in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Caltagirone $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Caltagirone $126
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Caltagirone
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Caltagirone? 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 Caltagirone Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Caltagirone $9.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caltagirone
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Caltagirone:
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Noto: $299
- Private Transfer from Noto to Catania (CTA) Airport: $299
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to La Via Lattea: $298
- Transfer Tour from Taormina to Palermo with a stop in Cefalù: $290
- Private Transfer from Santo Stefano di Camastra to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $284
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Birgi Airport: $282
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Erice: $273
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Castelbuono: $248
- Private Transfer from Palermo (PMO) Airport to Sciacca: $248
- Private Transfer from Sciacca to Palermo (PMO) Airport: $248
- Private Transfer from Ortigia to Catania (CTA) Airport: $236
- Private Transfer from Catania (CTA) Airport to Ortigia: $236
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Caltagirone?
Prices for flights to both Caltagirone 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 $69Caltagirone $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Caltagirone
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Caltagirone.
- Palermo Street Food Tour including Market and City Centre: $21
- Palermo Street Food tour: art, history and ancient markets: $49
- Walking Tour and street food Tour Palermo: $49
- Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania: $53
- Catania Patisserie Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $60
- Classic Palermo Street Food Tour: $60
- Dinner in the Madonie Mountains : $65
- Catania Street Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $67
- Palermo Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $69
- Vegan Street Food Tour: $71
- Street Food Tour in Ortigia Syracuse: $75
- Italian Bread and Pizza Making Experience in Palermo: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Caltagirone $6.12
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 Caltagirone
Here are a few actual costs in Caltagirone for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Boat Tour in Syracuse with Aperitif 1 hour and a half: $55
- Daily Boat Tour to the Egadi Islands: $76
- Guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip the line: $43
- Taormina Sunset Tour with Aperitif on Roof-Top Terrace: $153
- 1 hour Calessino Tour in Syracuse: $131
- 2 Hour Private Tour to Agrigento Valley of the Temples: $206
- 2 Hour Walking Tour in Ortigia: $22
- 2 Hours Guided Group Tour in Catania: $37
- 2 Hours and a Half Private Guided Tour of Catania: $27
- 2-hour private tour of Ortigia by bike: $115
- 3 Hours Guided Tour of the Archaeological Park of Neàpolis and Ortigia: $136
- 3 hours in Syracuse Boat Tour and Tuk tuk Tourist Tour: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Caltagirone $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Caltagirone
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Caltagirone:
- Organic wine tasting at our historic cantina: $33
- Etna DOC & Organic Wine tasting and tour of the 1815 historic winery: $35
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 3 Wine Tasting: $37
- Marsala wine tasting in historic winery: $38
- Wine Tasting in a group with other travelers: $41
- Wine Tasting Experience Etna Nord: $41
- Wine Tasting in Panoramic Winery on Mount Etna: $41
- From Marzamemi: 2-Hour Authentic Wine Tasting in Val di Noto: $48
- Natural wine tasting in Palermo: $49
- Wine tasting of the Mazara del Vallo nature reserve: $49
- Wine tasting on the southern slope of Etna: $51
- Di Giovanna Winery Tour & 5 Wine Tasting: $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Caltagirone, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Caltagirone much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Caltagirone would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Caltagirone 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 Caltagirone.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Caltagirone Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Caltagirone?
Caltagirone has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Caltagirone, 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 Caltagirone?
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 Caltagirone in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Caltagirone. Also, many visitors come to Caltagirone in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Caltagirone in the summer. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caltagirone. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 325 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in July than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Caltagirone 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Caltagirone in the Autumn?
Both Caltagirone and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Caltagirone for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Caltagirone. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pamukkale in October average around 19°C (67°F), and Caltagirone averages at about 19°C (67°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 75 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Caltagirone 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Caltagirone in the Winter?
Both Caltagirone and Pamukkale during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Caltagirone because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Pamukkale is generally cooler than Caltagirone. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 9°C (48°F), and Caltagirone fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets less sunshine than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caltagirone receives 153 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually gets more rain in January than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Caltagirone 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Caltagirone in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Caltagirone. Furthermore, the natural beauty are the main draw to Caltagirone this time of year.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Caltagirone in the spring. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Caltagirone fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Caltagirone this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Caltagirone during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Caltagirone receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Caltagirone. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Caltagirone receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Caltagirone 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Caltagirone and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
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