Which place is cheaper, Olympos or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zagreb 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 Zagreb 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: Zagreb or Olympos?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
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 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, 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 dayZagreb $82Olympos $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is $82, 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 Zagreb and Olympos in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb $51Olympos $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb $102Olympos $86
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Olympos
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices and Olympos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb $9.69Olympos $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- private transfer from Trogir/Split to Zagreb via Plitvice: $1,754
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Vienna: $930
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Budapest: $930
- Transfer Zagreb - Split or Split - Zagreb: $760
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Split: $741
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb via Plitvice & Rastoke: $642
- Private Transfer Tour from Zagreb - Split via Plitvice Lakes: $603
- Private transfer from Zagreb to Split or Split to Zagreb: $567
- Private Transfer from Split to Zagreb with stop at Plitvice: $556
- Zagreb to Budapest Private Transfer by Minivan: $534
- Private Transfer Zagreb-Zadar: $528
- Transfer Ljubljana - Zagreb: $452
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 Zagreb or Olympos?
Prices for flights to both Olympos and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb $18Olympos $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $74
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $75
- Private Authentic Croatian Cooking Class in Central Zagreb: $114
- Private Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $144
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $196
- Wine & Food tour of Plešivica near Zagreb: $952
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.Zagreb $13Olympos $29
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Grand Zagreb Tour : $99
- Zagreb History Walking Tour: $32
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Zagreb City with Guide (up to 10): $153
- 2-Hour Unveiling A Captivating History Tour: $107
- 4 Day Touristic Adventure from Zagreb: $2,449
- 4-hour Private Zagreb & the Mountain Tour in a Yugo car: $115
- All-Inclusive Day Tour Zagreb-Rastoke-Plitvice Lakes-Split: $1,068
- Back to Yugoslavia Private City Tour in Old-Timer Yugo Car: $93
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $176
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb - Walking Tour: $432
- Best of ISTRIA: Amphitheater PULA + ROVINJ + HUM or POREČ - fully Private Tour: $262
- Best of SLOVENIA - Bled + Postojna + Ljubljana - Day Tour from Zagreb: $224
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 dayZagreb $9.49Olympos $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Zagreb Pub Crawl: $16
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $32
- Zagreb Wine Tasting & Jarun Lake Tour: $75
- Plesivica countryside Wine Tasting: $199
- Fairytale castle & delicious wine tasting and lunch: $202
- Private Wine Tasting Tour from Zagreb: $208
When comparing the travel costs between Zagreb and Olympos, we can see that Olympos is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Olympos Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Zagreb 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 Zagreb or Olympos in the Summer?
Both Olympos and Zagreb during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Zagreb this time of year.
In July, Zagreb is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 22°C (72°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 Zagreb. In the summer, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Zagreb gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 385 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in July than Olympos. Zagreb gets 87 mm (3.4 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 JulyZagreb 22°C (72°F)Olympos 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Olympos in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Zagreb and Olympos. Many travelers come to Zagreb for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Zagreb is much colder than Olympos in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zagreb averages around 13°C (55°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. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during autumn. Zagreb gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 249 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Olympos. Zagreb gets 70 mm (2.8 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 OctoberZagreb 13°C (55°F)Olympos 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Olympos in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Zagreb as well as Olympos. Many visitors come to Zagreb in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Zagreb can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Zagreb is much colder than Olympos. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zagreb in January average around 1°C (35°F), and Olympos averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In the winter, Zagreb often gets less sunshine than Olympos. Zagreb gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympos receives 147 hours of full sun.
Zagreb usually gets more rain in January than Olympos. Zagreb gets 53 mm (2.1 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 JanuaryZagreb 1°C (35°F)Olympos 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Zagreb or Olympos in the Spring?
Both Olympos and Zagreb are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Zagreb for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Zagreb is generally cooler than Olympos. Daily temperatures in Zagreb average around 13°C (55°F), and Olympos fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Olympos. Zagreb usually receives less sunshine than Olympos during spring. Zagreb gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Olympos receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Zagreb usually receives more rain than Olympos. Zagreb gets 65 mm (2.6 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 AprilZagreb 13°C (55°F)Olympos 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Olympos and Zagreb
| Zagreb | Olympos | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (35°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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