Which place is cheaper, Agra or Aswan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Aswan or Agra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Agra? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Aswan or Agra?
Aswan
Lounging along the Nile like Egyptian royalty is a fantasy for most world travelers. If you want to do it without the hustle and bustle of Cairo, there's always Aswan. This city in the south of Egypt is the smallest of the three major cities on the Nile. Located just below the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Aswan's 275,00 people include a large portion of Nubians – mostly resettled from their flooded homeland.
Agra
In the north of India, in the state of Uttar Pradesh is the city of Agra. This land is home to great tales of emperors and majestic temples. It is the home to a magnificent past and the greatest symbol of love known to man, the Taj Mahal.
While this incredible structure is the main draw to this area, there is much more to see. Once the capital of the Mughal Empire, Agra can claim three different UNESCO World Heritage sites - the Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort and the abandoned city of Fatehpur Sikiri.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Aswan Prices
Egypt PricesAgra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $27Agra $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $27, while the average daily cost in Agra is $49. 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 Aswan and Agra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $8.97Agra $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $18Agra $28
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Agra
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Agra? 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: Aswan Hotel Prices and Agra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.92Agra $9.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Transfer Round Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan: $300
- Aswan – Abu Simbel – Luxor: Premium Private Transfer: $280
- Aswan to Hurghada : Private Transfer: $270
- Family VIP Transfer: Aswan to Hurghada – Relax and Enjoy the Ride: $220
- VIP Private Transfer Aswan to Hurghada: $220
- Transfer from Aswan to Marsa alam: $215
- Exclusive Aswan to Luxor Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $190
- Private Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan with Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada – Travel in Comfort: $180
- Private Transfer from Hurghada Port to Luxor: $156
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $140
- Aswan to Hurghada Private Door to Door Transfer: $140
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Agra:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$0.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Agra
Also for Agra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Agra railway station to Hotel In Agra: $5.50
- Delhi/Agra/Jaipur : One Way Private taxi Transfer: $7.78
- Agra Airport to Agra Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $8.14
- Private Transfer Agra to Delhi: $15
- From Elephant Rescue Center Visits by AC Vehicle transfers: $16
- Agra To Jaipur Private Transfer with Fatehpur Sikri Stop: $20
- Private Transfer From Agra to New Delhi: $22
- Delhi Agra Jaipur Transfer with Fatehpur Sikri & Stepwell: $22
- Half Day Tour of Taj Mahal and Agra Fort with Transfers: $27
- Mathura to Delhi private transfer: $28
- Sunrise Taj Mahal Guided Tour with Skip the Line & Transfers: $31
- One-Way Transfers assistance Agra to Bharatpur Hotels Drop: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Agra?
Prices for flights to both Agra and Aswan 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 dayAswan $13Agra $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Nubian Dinner in Nubian Village Of Aswan: $40
- Night Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $42
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Private Evening Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $75
Typical Food Prices in Agra
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Agra:
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Breakfast for Two$1.90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Agra
For Agra, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Agra's Tea demonstration & Food Tour: $15
- Agra Cooking Classes (Pick up and Drop available): $18
- Dine In Indian, home cooked food Agra Food tour My Magic Kitchen: $20
- Agra Heritage Walk with Food Tour: $20
- Agra Street Food Tour and Sadar Bazar Walking Tour: $30
- Private Indian Cooking Demonstration and In-Home Meal Minutes from the Taj Mahal: $33
- Indian Home Visit Cooking Demo: $38
- Cooking Demonstration + Meals and interaction Workshop: $38
- Seth Gali Bazaar Walk with Lavish on table barbecue dinner: $38
- Story of Spices- A Food Tour of Agra: $40
- Indian Cooking Class and Dine with a Local Family in Agra: $41
- Agra Food Tour - A walking buffet: $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.44Agra $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:
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Temple Kom Ombo for Two$1.09
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- 1 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor: $206
- 2 Days Private Tour in Aswan and Abu Simbel: $85
- 2 Hours Private Sound and Light Show Tour in Philae Temple: $85
- 2-Day Luxor Small-Group Tour from Aswan with Felucca Ride: $120
- 2-Day Tour Package in Aswan with a Guide: $219
- 3 Hour Private Tour, Ancient Wonders in Philae Temple Tour: $55
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Nubian Village from Aswan: $33
- 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure: $25
- 3-Day Guided tour to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor from Cairo: $285
- 3-Day Tour Aswan, Abu Simbel , Luxor & Train ticket, Opt. Balloon: $280
- 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon: $229
- 4-Day Nile Cruise sails Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel.Hot air Balloon: $229
Typical Entertainment Prices in Agra
For Agra, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entry to the Red Fort for Two$6.32
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Taj Mahal for Two$16
Tours and Activities in Agra
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Agra.
- Agra Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.42
- Agra’s Hidden Gems & Flavors on a Thrilling Tuk-Tuk Tour 3-4 Hrs: $5.00
- Self-Guided Podcast Tour The Hidden Riverfront Paradises: $5.47
- Self Guided Podcast Tour Agra The Laborers Labyrinth: $6.84
- Skip-the-Line: Agra Fort Entrance Ticket with Guided Tour: $7.00
- Private Tour personal Driver & Lauxry Car: $8.00
- Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal & Agra Fort Tour with Tickets: $8.00
- Local Agra :Taj Mahal Sunrise / Sunset Private Tour by Car: $8.00
- Shopping Tour in Agra with Local Tour Guide Include Marble Inlay Factory by Car: $9.75
- Taj Mahal Sunrise & Agra Fort Private Skip-the-Line Tour: $9.77
- Agra Fort Entry Ticket to Explore Mughal History and Architecture: $10
- Taj Mahal Virtual Tour with Local Guide(Online Experience ): $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $0.96Agra $8.48
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Agra, we can see that Agra is more expensive. And not only is Aswan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aswan is in Africa and Agra is in Asia, 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 Aswan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aswan 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 Agra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Agra than you might in Aswan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aswan Expensive? and Is Agra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Agra?
Agra has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Agra, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.