Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Toulon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Toulon 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 Toulon and Olympos can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Toulon or Olympos?
Toulon
Located between Marseille and Nice, Toulon is in the western portion of the French Riviera and in the southeast of Provence. It's economy is heavily reliant on a French naval base in the area. This base is responsible for the creation of thousands of jobs. The city is also a significant tourist destination, with over 150,000 visitors every year.
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 Luxury Tours to France, The Best Budget Tours to France, 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 dayToulon €119Olympos €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Toulon is €119, 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 Toulon and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personToulon €79Olympos €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomToulon €158Olympos €80
Compare Hotels in Toulon and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Toulon 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: Toulon Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Toulon €7.14Olympos €28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toulon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Toulon:
- Transfer from Toulon Cruise Port to Marseille Provence Airport: $117
- Private Transfer from Toulon Cruise Port to Marseille city Hotels: $117
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 Toulon or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Toulon 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 dayToulon €30Olympos €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toulon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Toulon.
- Culinary Heritage Guided Walking Food Tour: $102
- Toulon Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $104
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.Toulon €13Olympos €28
Tours and Activities in Toulon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Toulon are as follows:
- Guided Tour in Port & Old City: $55
- Ile de Porquerolles: VIP tour et déjeuner Fondation Carmignac: $217
- Private Heritage Walking Tour in Toulon: $178
- Provence Abbey of Thoronet Entrance Ticket: $9.81
- Toulon Private Tour: $278
- Little Train Ticket: $9.62
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 dayToulon €14Olympos €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Toulon
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toulon:
- Cellar Visit & Bandol Wine Tasting (in French): $13
- Horse riding in the vineyards of Ramatuelle + wine tasting: $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Toulon and Olympos, we can see that Toulon 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 Toulon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toulon 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 Toulon Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Toulon 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 Toulon or Olympos in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Toulon as well as Olympos. Most visitors come to Toulon for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Toulon is cooler than Olympos in the summer. The daily temperature in Toulon averages around 24°C (75°F) in July, and Olympos fluctuates around 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 Toulon this time of the year. In the summer, Toulon often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Toulon gets 366 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Toulon usually gets less rain in July than Olympos. Toulon gets 5 mm (0.2 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 JulyToulon 24°C (75°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Toulon or Olympos in the Autumn?
Both Olympos and Toulon are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Toulon because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Toulon is cooler than Olympos. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Toulon in October average around 16°C (61°F), and Olympos averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Toulon. Toulon usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Toulon gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Toulon usually receives more rain than Olympos. Toulon gets 90 mm (3.5 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 OctoberToulon 16°C (61°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Toulon or Olympos in the Winter?
Both Olympos and Toulon during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Toulon this time of year.
In January, Toulon is generally much colder than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Toulon average around 7°C (44°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Toulon often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos. Toulon gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Toulon usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Toulon gets 73 mm (2.9 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 JanuaryToulon 7°C (44°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Toulon or Olympos in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Toulon and Olympos. Many travelers come to Toulon for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Toulon is cooler than Olympos in the spring. The daily temperature in Toulon averages around 13°C (56°F) in April, and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Olympos this time of the year. In Toulon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Toulon usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Olympos during spring. Toulon gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Toulon usually receives more rain than Olympos. Toulon gets 52 mm (2 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 AprilToulon 13°C (56°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Toulon
| Toulon | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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