Which place is cheaper, Asilah 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 Asilah?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Asilah? 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 Asilah?
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.
Asilah
Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.
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 Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $20Asilah $91
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $20, while the average daily cost in Asilah is $91. 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 Asilah in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.47Asilah $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $13Asilah $62
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Asilah
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Asilah? 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 Asilah Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.16Asilah $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Nile Adventure Transfer from Aswan to Luxor by Felucca and Car: $280
- Private Transfer From Aswan to Marsa Alam or Vice Versa: $225
- Luxury Private Transfer: Aswan to Marsa Alam - Nile to Red Sea: $170
- Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers : $167
- Aswan to Abu Simbel - Private Transfer (Price: Per Vehicle): $165
- Aswan to Luxor Transfer Service: $160
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $145
- Aswan to Hurghada Private Door to Door Transfer: $140
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $125
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $120
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Asilah?
Prices for flights to both Asilah 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 $9.51Asilah $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Savor Nubian Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner in a Local Village: $50
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Private 3-Hour Nubian Party with Dinner and Pickup in Aswan: $77
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
Typical Food Prices in Asilah
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:
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Cookies$0.55
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Breakfast for Two$5.45
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Tagine Dinner for 2$8.18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $5.86Asilah $24
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$1.21
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Abu Simbel Day tour from Aswan: $35
- Abu Simbel Private Tour from Aswan : $110
- Abu Simbel Temples Full Day Tour From Aswan With Entry Tickets : $99
- Abu Simble Private day tour from Aswan: $85
- Aswan Luxury Car Tour: $75
- Aswan OR Luxor : Full Day Private Guided Tour to Kom Ombo and Edfu temples: $99
- Day Tour From Aswan To Luxor by Car: $90
- Full Day Tour to Luxor from Aswan by Car: $210
- Full-Day Tour to Philae Temple and Nubian Village (Private): $35
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Kayak Tour around the Temple of Philae & Heissa Island : $29
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.19Asilah $7.64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Asilah, we can see that Asilah is more expensive. And not only is Aswan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Asilah would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asilah 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 Asilah Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Asilah?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Asilah, 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.