Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Playa de las Americas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Playa de las Americas or Olympos?
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 Playa de las Americas and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Playa de las Americas or Olympos?
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, 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 dayPlaya de las Americas €195Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Playa de las Americas is €195, 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 Playa de las Americas and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlaya de las Americas €115Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlaya de las Americas €230Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Playa de las Americas and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Playa de las Americas 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: Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Playa de las Americas €56Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
- Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
- Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
- Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
- Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Playa de las Americas or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Playa de las Americas 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 dayPlaya de las Americas €45Olympos €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.Playa de las Americas €30Olympos €28
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 dayPlaya de las Americas €8.57Olympos €17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Playa de las Americas and Olympos, we can see that Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Playa de las Americas are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Playa de las Americas is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Playa de las Americas average around 24°C (75°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. Playa de las Americas usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Playa de las Americas gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Playa de las Americas usually receives less rain than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 2 mm (0.1 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 JulyPlaya de las Americas 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Playa de las Americas or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Playa de las Americas during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Playa de las Americas is a little warmer than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Playa de las Americas averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. In the autumn, Playa de las Americas often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Playa de las Americas usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 20 mm (0.8 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 OctoberPlaya de las Americas 24°C (75°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Playa de las Americas or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Playa de las Americas and Olympos.
In the winter, Playa de las Americas is much warmer than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Playa de las Americas in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Playa de las Americas usually receives more sunshine than Olympos during winter. Playa de las Americas gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Playa de las Americas usually receives more rain than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 29 mm (1.1 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 JanuaryPlaya de las Americas 19°C (66°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Playa de las Americas or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Playa de las Americas as well as Olympos.
In April, Playa de las Americas is generally a little warmer than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Playa de las Americas average around 20°C (68°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In the spring, Playa de las Americas often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
Playa de las Americas usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Playa de las Americas gets 11 mm (0.4 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 AprilPlaya de las Americas 20°C (68°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Playa de las Americas
| Playa de las Americas | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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