Which place is cheaper, Sintra-Cascais National Park or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
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 Sintra-Cascais National Park can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
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.
Sintra-Cascais National Park
The Sintra-Cascais Natural Park is located on the west coast of Portugal and is often called the place where "the land ends and the sea begins". The UNESCO listed park is famous for being home to Cabo da Roca, a seaside cliff that is actually the westernmost part of Europe. Sintra-Cascais is interesting due to their large diversity in landscape which includes sand dunes, lakes, forests, and ocean cliffs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Portugal, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Sintra-Cascais National Park $152
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Sintra-Cascais National Park is $152. 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Sintra-Cascais National Park $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Sintra-Cascais National Park $136
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Sintra-Cascais National Park
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park? 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 Sintra-Cascais National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Sintra-Cascais National Park $66
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: $82
- 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
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
Prices for flights to both Sintra-Cascais National Park 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 $69Sintra-Cascais National Park $44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Sintra-Cascais National Park $29
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: $82
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Sintra-Cascais National Park $14
When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Sintra-Cascais National Park, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Sintra-Cascais National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park?
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 Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Summer?
Both Sintra-Cascais National Park and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Sintra-Cascais National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 352 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Sintra-Cascais National Park.
In October, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sintra-Cascais National Park this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Sintra-Cascais National Park during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Sintra-Cascais National Park.
Pamukkale is cooler than Sintra-Cascais National Park in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Sintra-Cascais National Park fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 144 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Sintra-Cascais National Park in the Spring?
Both Sintra-Cascais National Park and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Sintra-Cascais National Park. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Sintra-Cascais National Park averages at about 16°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Sintra-Cascais National Park. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sintra-Cascais National Park during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Sintra-Cascais National Park. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Sintra-Cascais National Park receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Sintra-Cascais National Park 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Sintra-Cascais National Park and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Sintra-Cascais National Park | |||
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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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