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

Should you visit Udaipur 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 Udaipur 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: Udaipur or Olympos?

Udaipur

Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.

The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.

Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.

Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.

Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.

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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Turkey, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Turkey.


Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Udaipur?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $36, while the average daily cost in Olympos is $76. 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 Udaipur and Olympos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $14
    Olympos $28
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $28
    Olympos $56
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Olympos

Looking for a hotel in Udaipur 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 Udaipur


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: Udaipur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $6.22
    Olympos $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.42

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:

  • One Way Udaipur To Delhi Transfer: $162
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Delhi: $157
  • Jagmandir Island And Sunset Boat Ride On Lake Pichola, Udaipur Without Transfers: $134
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur to Jaipur: $125
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthambore: $119
  • Dilwara Temples & Mount Abu: Private Day Trip with Transfer: $110
  • Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 6 Seat A/c Suv ): $109
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Ranthmbore: $108
  • Smooth Departure Transfer by Car from Udaipur to Ahmadabad: $100
  • Kumbhalgarh Fort & Ranakpur Tour With One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur: $99
  • Private One Way Transfer From Udaipur To Jaisalmer Via Ranakpur Jain Temple: $92
  • Private A/c Transfer Udaipur To Mount Abu ( 4 Seat A/c Sedan): $87

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Olympos

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

  • ATV Quad Safari Tour with Off-Road & Transfer from Kemer: $27
  • Antalya / Belek / Kemer : Suluada Boat Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer: $28
  • Antalya / Kemer : Scuba Diving For Beginners w/ Lunch & Transfer: $23
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Beldibi Hotels: $79
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Camyuva Hotels: $102
  • Antalya Airport AYT Transfers to Kemer Hotels: $102
  • Antalya Airport Transfer With Meet Transfer: $41
  • Antalya Beldibi Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $68
  • Antalya Camyuva Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
  • Antalya Kemer Hotels to Antalya Airport AYT Transfers: $85
  • Departure Private Transfer Kemer or Side to Antalya Airport AYT: $59
  • Departure Transfer from Kemer or Side to Antalya AYT Airport: $89

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Olympos?

Prices for flights to both Olympos and Udaipur 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
    Udaipur $17
    Olympos $33

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Udaipur.

  • Durga Cooking Class: $15
  • Durga Cooking Class: $16
  • Heritage Walking & Food Tour: $16
  • Indian Cooking Class - Art, Antiques & Storytelling: $16
  • Old city Tuk Tuk Ride & Food Tour with Female guide: $19
  • Breakfast Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $20
  • Private Cooking Experience with pick up & drop off: $26
  • Old city Tuk Tuk Ride & Food Tour with Female guide: $26
  • Authentic Home Cooking Class at Honey’s Kitchen: $26
  • Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $27
  • Home-Style Vegetarian Rajasthani Cooking Class & Meal in Udaipur: $30
  • Culinary Experience: Food Tour or Cooking Class by Locals: $32

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: $51
  • Kemer Traditional Turkish Brunch Cooking with Locals: $55
  • Traditional Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Couple in Kemer: $80

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $6.31
    Olympos $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur

Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Palace Entrance Fee
    $1.05
  • Lake Boat Tour
    $2.11

Tours and Activities in Udaipur

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

  • 11 Days Exotic Rajasthan Tour: $414
  • 2 Days Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour with City Highlights: $228
  • 2-Day Udaipur Highlights Tour with Palaces, Lakes & Culture: $100
  • 3 Days Private Udaipur Tour: $130
  • 3 Night 4 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $135
  • 4 Night 5 Days Udaipur And Jodhpur Tour: $155
  • 6 Night 7 Days Udaipur,Jodhpur & Jaisalmer Tour From Udaipur: $275
  • 7 - Days Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Udaipur Tour: $661
  • 8-Day Rajasthan Tour: Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer & Jaipur: $273
  • A Bicycle Tour of the Countryside Surrounding Udaipur: $246
  • A Private Day Tour To Nathdwara, Eklingi and Haldighati From Udaipur: $60
  • All Inclusive Udaipur City Sightseeing Tour with City Palace: $43

Tours and Activities in Olympos

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

  • Kemer Traditional Turkish Bath Experience: $17
  • Full Day Rafting Experience From Kemer: $20
  • White Water Rafting Tour from Antalya, Kemer, Belek, Side, Alanya: $20
  • Sea, Sun, and Flavor: Adrasan Boat Tour + Free Lunch Included!: $23
  • Kemer Pirate Boat Tour with Lunch & Free Soft Drinks: $27
  • Kemer River Rafting Tour with Lunch and Hotel Pickup: $27
  • Traditional Turkish Bath (Hamam) Experience in Kemer: $28
  • Antalya FullDay Suluada Island Boat Tour: $28
  • Suluada Boat Tour from Kemer – The Maldives of Turkey: $30
  • Olympos Teleferik Cable Car Antalya Ticket: $36
  • Quad Off Road Safari Tour Kemer: $37
  • Antalya All-Inclusive City Tour from Kemer:Boat Trip & Waterfalls: $38

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $7.85
    Olympos $11


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Udaipur and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. And not only is Udaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Udaipur is in Asia and Olympos is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Udaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Udaipur 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 Udaipur.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Udaipur Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.