Which place is cheaper, Peniche or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Peniche?
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 Peniche can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Peniche?
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.
Peniche
Peniche is a beach destination with many attractions for travelers. First, the raging sea and the lay of the land make this a popular surfing destination. The best of many supreme beaches is Praia dos Supertubos, which has a tubular wave fit for big time international events. Peniche has also been a port since the Early Modern Age, when a fort was constructed to defend it. This monument has an absorbing history, first as a maritime defense and then a prison during the Estado Novo regime in the 20th century. The walled historic center makes for pleasant strolling, and the seaside fort where Salazar's regime detained political prisoners is a must-see for anyone interested in Portuguese history. Artisan lovers will enjoy Peniche's specialty, handmade lace, and it is even possible to see the lace-work in action. And on top of everything, Peniche also has the Berlingas Islands, a natural reserve off the coast, which are well worth a visit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Peniche $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Peniche is $131. 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 Peniche in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Peniche $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Peniche $106
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Peniche
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Peniche? 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 Peniche Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Peniche $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Peniche
Also for Peniche, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lisbon: Transfer from/to Peniche (Wave Capital): $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Peniche?
Prices for flights to both Peniche 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 $69Peniche $44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Peniche $20
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.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
Tours and Activities in Peniche
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.
- From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134
- From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
- From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
- Lisbon: Private Full Day Tour to Berlengas Island: $235
- Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
- Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
- Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
- Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
- Mountain Bike Tour: $53
- Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
- Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Peniche $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Peniche, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Peniche much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Peniche would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Peniche 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 Peniche.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Peniche Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Peniche?
Peniche has a larger population, and is about 57% larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Peniche, 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 Peniche?
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 Pamukkale or Peniche in the Summer?
Both Peniche and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Peniche. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Peniche fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Peniche. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Peniche during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Peniche receives 352 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Peniche. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Peniche 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Peniche in the Autumn?
Both Peniche and Pamukkale during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Peniche in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Peniche fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Peniche. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Peniche receives 213 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Peniche. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Peniche 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Peniche in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Peniche.
In the winter, Pamukkale is cooler than Peniche. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Peniche averages at about 12°C (53°F).
Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Peniche during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Peniche receives 144 hours of full sun in the winter.
Peniche receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of rain as Peniche. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Peniche 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Peniche in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Peniche.
In April, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Peniche. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Peniche fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Peniche. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Peniche receives 235 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Peniche. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Peniche receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Peniche 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Peniche and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Peniche | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
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