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

Should you visit Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Strasbourg or Olympos?

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital and largest city of the Grand Est region of France and is the official seat of the European Parliament. Located close to the border with Germany in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is the perfect introduction to all that is unique about Alsace - walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future. Strasbourg has a range of attractions from a fascinating Gothic Cathedral to the old town's twisting alleys lined with crooked half-timbered houses and cozy winstubs (Alsatian taverns) by the canals. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas market and gingerbread and is also home to the glittering EU Quarter and hosts France's second-largest student population. Strasbourg is immersed in the Franco-German culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a bridge of unity between France and Germany for centuries. The city center is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the first entire city to earn such an honor.

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 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best 2-Week Tours from Paris, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Strasbourg?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Strasbourg is €138, 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 Strasbourg and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Strasbourg 67
    Olympos 40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Strasbourg 134
    Olympos 80
Compare Hotels in Strasbourg and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg


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: Strasbourg Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Strasbourg 44
    Olympos 28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Strasbourg

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

  • Private Transfer Strasbourg to Europa Park: $251
  • Door-to-Door private transfer and driver from Strasbourg to Basel: $233
  • Private Transfer from Strasbourg Train Station to Hotel: $64
  • Private transfer Strasbourg Airport: $59
  • Private Arrival or Departure Transfer: $58

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 Strasbourg or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Strasbourg 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
    Strasbourg 44
    Olympos 28

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Strasbourg

For Strasbourg, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Strasbourg Private Food Tour: experience the city like a local!: $93
  • Strasbourg Food Tour : Gourmet private Tour with tastings: $102
  • Strasbourg Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $108

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.
    Strasbourg 24
    Olympos 28

Tours and Activities in Strasbourg

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Strasbourg.

  • 2-Hour Strasbourg Euro Tour by Segway: $64
  • Alsace Christmas Markets Day Tour from Strasbourg: $148
  • Alsace Wine Odyssey: Full-Day Private Tour from Strasbourg: $2,031
  • Alsace Wine Route Small Group Half-Day Tour with Tasting from Strasbourg: $107
  • Alsace Wine Route Wineries & Tasting Small Group Guided Tour from Strasbourg: $175
  • Alsatian brunch with immersive cellar tour: $49
  • Alsatian tour, tasting and meal - 100% immersive experience: $60
  • Christmas Joy in Strasbourg Walking Tour: $641
  • Culinary city tour in Strasbourg with tastings: $104
  • Gems of Alsace: Private Full-Day Tour from Strasbourg: $2,031
  • Gourmet Bike Tour with a Locals in Strasbourg: $71
  • Guided Tours of Strasbourg Cathedral: $19

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Strasbourg 19
    Olympos 17

Sample the Local Flavors in Strasbourg

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Strasbourg:

  • Aperitif at the winemaker with cellar visit and wine tasting in Alsace: $11
  • Wine tasting and immersive cellar tour: $20
  • Wine tour, tasting and picnic basket: $38
  • From Medieval Villages & Wine Tasting Day Trip: $118
  • Medieval Villages and Wine Tasting from Strasbourg: $120
  • Strasbourg : Wine Tour by bike with a local: $150
  • Wine Tasting Private Tour: $545


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



When is the best time to visit Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg or Olympos in the Summer?

Both Olympos and Strasbourg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Strasbourg for the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Strasbourg is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, 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 Strasbourg. Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during summer. Strasbourg gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Strasbourg 20°C (68°F) 
    Olympos 27°C (80°F)

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Autumn?

Both Olympos and Strasbourg during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Strasbourg because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Strasbourg is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Strasbourg in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).

In Olympos, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in October than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Strasbourg 12°C (53°F) 
    Olympos 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Strasbourg and Olympos. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Strasbourg this time of year.

It's quite cold in Strasbourg in the winter. In January, Strasbourg is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Strasbourg average around 2°C (35°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Strasbourg usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during winter. Strasbourg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Strasbourg usually receives more rain than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Strasbourg 2°C (35°F) 
    Olympos 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Strasbourg or Olympos in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Strasbourg as well as Olympos. Many travelers come to Strasbourg for the natural beauty.

Strasbourg is much colder than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Strasbourg averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Olympos. In the spring, Strasbourg often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun.

Strasbourg usually gets more rain in April than Olympos. Strasbourg gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympos receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Strasbourg 11°C (51°F) 
    Olympos 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Olympos and Strasbourg

Strasbourg Olympos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 11°C (52°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 3°C (38°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 11°C (53°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 13°C (56°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 11°C (51°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 75 mm (3 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 20°C (68°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 20°C (67°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 17°C (62°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 24°C (75°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 12°C (53°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 20°C (68°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 16°C (61°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 3°C (37°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)