Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Pondicherry?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Pondicherry or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Pondicherry and Olympos can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Pondicherry or Olympos?
Pondicherry
Located on the eastern coast of India in the state of Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry has a long and interesting history of trade and war as the largest French colony in India. Today the French influence in the city remains, especially in the old quarters. This being said, Pondicherry very much embodies and east-meets-west culture.
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 Bicycle Tours in India, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, 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 dayPondicherry $37Olympos $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Pondicherry is $37, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $76. 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 Pondicherry and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPondicherry $14Olympos $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPondicherry $28Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Pondicherry and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Pondicherry 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: Pondicherry Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pondicherry $4.98Olympos $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pondicherry
Also for Pondicherry, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Pondicherry Hotels to Chennai Airport (MAA): $85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turkish Bath & Spa with Thai Massage & Transfer in Kemer: $40
- Suluada Island Boat Trip incl. Lunch and Transfer f/Kemer: $51
- Suluada Boat Tour with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer from Kemer: $43
- Scuba Diving Experience with Lunch & Transfer in Kemer: $59
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Olympos Cable Car Ride With Transfer from Kemer 2365m: $81
- Kemer Scuba Diving Tour Incl. Lunch with Opt. Hotel Transfer: $40
- Kemer Scenic Forest Horse Riding Experience with Hotel Transfer: $28
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $17
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip with Lunch Round Transfer: $20
- Kemer Luxury Turkish Bath and Spa Experience With Hotel Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Pondicherry or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Pondicherry 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 dayPondicherry $17Olympos $33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pondicherry
For Pondicherry, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Munni's Pondy Cooking Classes: $25
- Indian Cooking Class in Pondicherry: $28
- French-Creole Cooking Class in Pondicherry with a Local Family: $99
- South Indian Dinner With A Local Family In Pondicherry: $141
- Cooking class in Pondicherry (with Lunch or Dinner): $268
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: $51
- Kemer Traditional Turkish Brunch Cooking with Locals: $55
- Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pondicherry $9.81Olympos $19
Tours and Activities in Pondicherry
For Pondicherry, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Arikamedu Tour from Pondicherry to an Ancient Indo-Roman Port: $95
- Best of the Pondicherry (Guided Full Day City Tour): $118
- Cultural Day Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville: $231
- Cultural Day Tour of Pondicherry and Auroville with Lunch: $280
- Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience): $133
- Experience Hands on Pottery Workshop: $20
- From Pondicherry to Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram Heritage Tour: $140
- From Day Tour to Mahabalipuram and Kanchipuram: $120
- Full Day Guided Tour of Pondicherry with heritage guide: $115
- Guided City Tour in Pondicherry with complimentary refreshments: $47
- Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry: $13
- Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour: $12
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: $80
- 2-Day Guided Cappadocia Tour with Cave Hotel Option From Kemer: $60
- Antalya All-Inclusive City Tour from Kemer:Boat Trip & Waterfalls: $38
- Antalya FullDay Suluada Island Boat Tour: $28
- Canyoning and Rafting Adventure: $51
- From Antalya: Perge Ancient City & Temple of Apollo Tour: $45
- Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $51
- Green Canyon Boat Tour Scenic Cruise with Lunch Included: $62
- Green Canyon Boat and Green Lake Tour with Lunch and Soft Drinks: $54
- Kemer Bay Blue Cruise from Kemer: $59
- Kemer Jeep Safari Tour with Lunch at Riverside: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPondicherry $6.07Olympos $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pondicherry and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Pondicherry much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pondicherry is in Asia and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Pondicherry would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pondicherry 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 Olympos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Olympos than you might in Pondicherry.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pondicherry Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.