A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Saint-Tropez vs. Olympos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Saint-Tropez or Olympos?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Olympos? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Saint-Tropez or Olympos?

Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez is a town in southern France west of Nice, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region. Saint-Tropez is located on the French Riviera. It was a military stronghold and a fishing village until the beginning of the 20th century. It was the first town on this coast to be liberated during World War II (as part of Operation Dragoon). After the war, it became an internationally known seaside resort, renowned principally because of the influx of artists of the French New Wave in cinema and the Ye-ye movement in music. It later became a resort for the European and American holiday and a goal for tourists in search of a little Provencal authenticity and an occasional celebrity sighting.

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 Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in France, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Saint-Tropez?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Saint-Tropez is €148, 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 Saint-Tropez and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Saint-Tropez 86
    Olympos 40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Saint-Tropez 172
    Olympos 80
Compare Hotels in Saint-Tropez and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Saint-Tropez 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.

Hotels in Saint-Tropez


Hotels in Olympos


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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: Saint-Tropez Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Saint-Tropez 34
    Olympos 28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint-Tropez

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint-Tropez:

  • Private transfer from St Tropez to Nice: $321
  • Private Transfer from Nice to St Tropez: $310
  • Private Transfer from Nice to St Tropez: $305
  • Private transfer from St Tropez to Nice: $305
  • Private Transfer From Saint Tropez To Nice, 2 Hour Stop in Cannes: $290
  • Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Nice: $268
  • Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Marseille: $184
  • Santorini Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Santorini: $60

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos

Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $98
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kiris Hotels: $82
  • Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $65
  • Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
  • Antalya Kiris Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $82
  • Kemer Full Day Pirate Boat Trip with Lunch and Optional Transfer: $10
  • Kemer Horse Riding Experience with Transfer: $39
  • Kemer Horse Safari Experience With Free Hotel Transfer: $50
  • Kemer Jeep Safari With Free Hotel Transfer & Lunch: $40
  • Kemer Mega Star Boat Trip With Hotel Transfer and Lunch : $20
  • Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with BBQ Lunch & Roundtrip Transfer: $47
  • Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20

Is it cheaper to fly into Saint-Tropez or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Saint-Tropez 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Saint-Tropez 38
    Olympos 28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint-Tropez

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint-Tropez.

  • Saint Tropez : Food tour and highlights: $118
  • Saint Tropez unical food tour !: $120

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Saint-Tropez 26
    Olympos 28

Tours and Activities in Saint-Tropez

Here are a few actual costs in Saint-Tropez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 hours - Private tour of Saint Tropez with a local guide!: $240
  • FREJUS - ACTIVITY and ADVENTURE in Survival Techniques KATALANTA: $49
  • From BB to Emily in Paris: the beauties' tour of Saint Tropez: $104
  • From Cannes: Saint-Tropez Private Full-Day Tour by Van: $797
  • From Cannes: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Sightseeing Tour: $134
  • From Nice: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Full Day Tour: $134
  • Guided walking tour of Saint Tropez: $26
  • Ramatuelle: Tracks & Tasting Winery Tour by Mountain E-Bike: $80
  • Saint Tropez : Highlights Tour Shore Excursion: $294
  • Saint Tropez : Netflix Emily in Paris Tour: $102
  • Saint Tropez : Private Walking tour with a Tropezienne guide: $128
  • Saint Tropez : tour and sweet tasting: $160

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Saint-Tropez 19
    Olympos 17

Sample the Local Flavors in Saint-Tropez

Also in Saint-Tropez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Horse riding in the vineyards of Grimaud + wine tasting: $86
  • Horse back riding + wine tasting in Ramatuelle: $95
  • Small group wine tour from Saint-Tropez: $117
  • Provence Day, Saint Tropez Grimaud village Wine tasting: $118
  • Small group wine tour in the vineyards of the Gulf of St-Tropez: $119
  • Private 1/2 day wine tour St-Tropez: $141
  • Private wine tour in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez: $250
  • Vintage wine tour in Saint-Tropez: $631


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Tropez and Olympos, we can see that Saint-Tropez 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 Saint-Tropez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint-Tropez 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 Saint-Tropez Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Saint-Tropez 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 Saint-Tropez or Olympos in the Summer?

Both Olympos and Saint-Tropez during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Saint-Tropez because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Saint-Tropez is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Saint-Tropez average around 23°C (73°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Saint-Tropez. In the summer, Saint-Tropez often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 366 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.

Saint-Tropez usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Saint-Tropez 23°C (73°F) 
    Olympos 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Olympos in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint-Tropez and Olympos. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Saint-Tropez this time of year.

Saint-Tropez is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saint-Tropez averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Saint-Tropez, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint-Tropez usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Saint-Tropez gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Saint-Tropez gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Saint-Tropez usually receives more rain than Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Saint-Tropez 17°C (63°F) 
    Olympos 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Olympos in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Saint-Tropez as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Saint-Tropez for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

In the winter, Saint-Tropez is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saint-Tropez in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).

In the winter, Saint-Tropez often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.

Saint-Tropez usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Saint-Tropez 9°C (48°F) 
    Olympos 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Olympos in the Spring?

Both Olympos and Saint-Tropez are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Saint-Tropez in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In April, Saint-Tropez is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Saint-Tropez average around 13°C (56°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint-Tropez. Saint-Tropez usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during spring. Saint-Tropez gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Saint-Tropez usually receives more rain than Olympos. Saint-Tropez gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Saint-Tropez 13°C (56°F) 
    Olympos 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Olympos and Saint-Tropez

Saint-Tropez Olympos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 9°C (49°F) 76 mm (3 in) 11°C (53°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 11°C (51°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 13°C (56°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 13°C (56°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
May 16°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 20°C (68°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 21°C (69°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 17°C (63°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 12°C (54°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 10°C (49°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 13°C (55°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)