Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Rijeka?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rijeka 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 Rijeka and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Rijeka or Olympos?
Rijeka
Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.
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 Adventure Tours to Croatia, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia, 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 dayRijeka $101Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Rijeka is $101, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $95. 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 Rijeka and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRijeka $54Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRijeka $108Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Rijeka and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Rijeka 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: Rijeka Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rijeka $17Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
- Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Rijeka or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Rijeka 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 dayRijeka $36Olympos $30
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.Rijeka $9.48Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Rijeka
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rijeka are as follows:
- Drava Sup Exploring Adventure: $44
- From Golden Island of Krk Tour: $93
- Istria Highlights Tour from Rijeka or Pula: $122
- Private Sunset Boat Tour: $631
- Private Walking Cultural Tour of Rijeka: $235
- History of Military Forts Guided Tour: $64
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $127
- Pula, Rovinj, and Panoramic Istrian Coast Tour: $121
- Tour the underground with no experience required: $64
- Ucka Mountain: Guided Hiking Tour: $449
Tours and Activities in Olympos
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Olympos.
- Spa Experience in Kemer with Pickup: $18
- Turkish Bath Experience in Kemer: $20
- Goynuk Canyon Tour with Entrance Ticket: $25
- 2-in-1 Canyoning and White Water Rafting Adventure with Lunch From Kemer: $25
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer Turkey with Two Dives and Lunch: $26
- Pirate Boat Tour on the Beautiful Bays of Kemer: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: $27
- Kemer Scuba Diving Experience: Two Dives with Lunch : $30
- Antalya Full-Day City Tour From Kemer With Cable Car : $30
- Safari Adventure in the mountains from Kemer: $32
- Full-day Boat Tour from Kemer with Lunch and Foam Party: $33
- Demre Myra Tour with Kekova Sunken City Boat Trip From Kemer: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRijeka $17Olympos $18
When comparing the travel costs between Rijeka and Olympos, we can see that Rijeka 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 Rijeka Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Rijeka or Olympos?
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 Rijeka or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Rijeka as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Rijeka for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Rijeka is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rijeka in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Olympos averages at about 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rijeka this time of the year. In the summer, Rijeka often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Rijeka gets 288 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Rijeka usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Rijeka gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRijeka 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rijeka or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Rijeka are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Rijeka because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Rijeka is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Rijeka average around 16°C (60°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Rijeka usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Rijeka gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rijeka usually receives more rain than Olympos. Rijeka gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRijeka 16°C (60°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Rijeka or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Rijeka during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Rijeka this time of year.
Rijeka is much colder than Olympos in the winter. The daily temperature in Rijeka averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Rijeka often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Rijeka gets 96 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Rijeka usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Rijeka gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRijeka 5°C (41°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Rijeka or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rijeka and Olympos. Many travelers come to Rijeka for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Rijeka is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rijeka in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Olympos averages at about 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. Rijeka usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Rijeka gets 177 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rijeka usually receives more rain than Olympos. Rijeka gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRijeka 13°C (56°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Rijeka
| Rijeka | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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