Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Sarajevo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sarajevo or Olympos?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Sarajevo and Olympos. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Sarajevo or Olympos?
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
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 Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, 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 daySarajevo $70Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Sarajevo is $70, 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 Sarajevo and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSarajevo $27Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSarajevo $54Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Sarajevo and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Sarajevo 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: Sarajevo Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sarajevo $7.02Olympos $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Split: $321
- Split Private Transfer Service: $299
- Dubrovnik Private Transfer Service: $299
- Transfer from/to Sarajevo - Belgrade: $288
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Lukavac: $271
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Doboj: $271
- Transfer from city of Sarajevo to city of Mostar: $251
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Kotor - Budva : $245
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Travnik: $232
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Živinice grad: $232
- Private transfer (FROM-TO) Sarajevo - Dubrovnik: $229
- Sarajevo ⇄ Mostar / Private Transfer: $203
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos
Also for Olympos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Two Days Tour to Cappadocia with HB Hotel & Transfer from Kemer: $192
- Suluada Boat Tour From Antalya (Maldives of Turkey) with Lunch & Hotel Transfer: $20
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $22
- Scuba Diving Tour in Kemer with Lunch and Transfer: $40
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Beldibi & Göynük & Kemer Resorts: $240
- Private Transfers Between Antalya Airport - Çıralı & Olympos & Adrasan Resorts: $299
- Private Transfer From Beldibi / Göynük / Kemer / Kiriş To Antalya Airport: $91
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Kemer to Antalya Ariport (AYT) - Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Kemer Suluada Boat Tour (Maldives of Turkey) With Hotel Transfer: $20
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip with transfer from Belek: $15
- Kemer Pirate Boat Trip With Lunch & Free Hotel Transfer: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Sarajevo or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Sarajevo 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 daySarajevo $31Olympos $30
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $44
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $80
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.Sarajevo $12Olympos $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.64
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour in Sarajevo and Mostar: $163
- 4-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour with Food Tastings and Craft Experience: $44
- 8 to 9 Hours Daily Tour To Travnik and Jajce From Sarajevo: $104
- Amazing Prokoško jezero - Full day Tour: $82
- Assassination Tour: $27
- BOSNIAN PYRAMIDS TOUR (nature, history & archeology): $64
- Best of Sarajevo - Full Day All Inclusive Tour: $76
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Half-Day Tour from Sarajevo: $81
- Bijambare Cave & Bosnia Spring Park: Tour from Sarajevo: $79
- Bijambare Cave and Spring of River Bosna Tour: $45
- Bosnia's Treasures: 7-Day Private Tour: $1,310
- Bosnian Castles Tour: Vranduk Tešanj Srebrenik from Sarajevo: $161
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 daySarajevo $7.34Olympos $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sarajevo and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Sarajevo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sarajevo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sarajevo Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarajevo and Olympos. The hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Sarajevo this time of year.
In July, Sarajevo is generally around the same temperature as Olympos. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 26°C (78°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Sarajevo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sarajevo usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Sarajevo gets 323 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 49 mm (1.9 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 JulySarajevo 26°C (78°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sarajevo as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Sarajevo is cooler than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sarajevo averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Olympos fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the autumn, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 153 mm (6 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 OctoberSarajevo 17°C (62°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Sarajevo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Sarajevo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Sarajevo is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sarajevo in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
Sarajevo usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Sarajevo gets 113 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. In January, Sarajevo usually receives more rain than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 148 mm (5.8 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 JanuarySarajevo 6°C (42°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Sarajevo or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Sarajevo during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Sarajevo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Sarajevo is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Sarajevo average around 14°C (58°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Sarajevo often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. Sarajevo usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Sarajevo gets 127 mm (5 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 AprilSarajevo 14°C (58°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Sarajevo
| Sarajevo | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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