Which place is cheaper, Bangalore 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 Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Bangalore? 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 Bangalore?
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.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
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 Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, and The Best Luxury Tours to India.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $27Bangalore $47
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $27, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $47. 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 Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $8.97Bangalore $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $18Bangalore $36
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Bangalore? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.92Bangalore $8.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- VIP Private Transfer Aswan to Hurghada: $220
- Transfer from Aswan to Marsa alam: $215
- Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Shared Transfer: Aswan Airport to Hotels: $15
- Round-Trip Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $125
- Private transfer from aswan to luxor with visits: $93
- Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $90
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan Hotels: $74
- Private transfer - Aswan to Abu Simbel and return: $80
- Private VIP Aswan Airport Transfer to Hotel or Nile Cruise: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bangalore Airport (BLR) Private Transfer to Bangalore City/Hotels: $32
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $37
- Bengaluru City to Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR)- Departure Private Transfer: $40
- Mysore City Private Day Tour with Transfers: $67
- Wild Life Jeep Safari Tour at Bannerghatta with Private Transfer: $71
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $84
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
- Bengaluru Airport Private Transfer Service: $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore 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 $13Bangalore $19
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $22
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $45
- Anglo-Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore by Award-Winning Author: $54
- Discover Bangalore's Cuisine: Private Half-Day Cooking Experience: $60
- Cook, Dine & Connect: Indian Home Cooking in Bengaluru: $70
- Private South Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with a Local: $78
- Private Bengaluru Food Walking Tour with Dinner: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.44Bangalore $9.65
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
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bangalore Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.00
- Bangalore Heritage and Cultural Walking Tour: $12
- FLOWER and FRUIT market tour: $13
- Food Walk Tour Bangalore: $22
- Bangalore Private Tour: $35
- Hire a guide for full day Bangalore city tour with own transport: $38
- Experience Bangalore Evening City Walk Tour and Market Visit: $43
- Garden City Tour from Bengaluru: $48
- Sunshine Bangalore day tour, Lal Bagh & Tipu Sultan Fort: $49
- Private Walking Tour into the Oldest Local Market in Bengaluru: $49
- Authentic Shopping Experience in Bangalore for Souvenirs & Gifts: $49
- Filter Kaapi: A food walk by tourism ministry approved company: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $0.96Bangalore $7.99
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl in Bengaluru - A lovely private evening experience with a local: $35
- Bangalore The Original Pub Crawl Tour: $45
- Pub Crawl & Nightlife Exploration in Bangalore from 8 PM to 1 AM: $76
- Brews of Bengaluru- Pub Crawl: $95
- Bangalore Wine Trails: Grover Zampa Vineyard & Wine Tasting: $161
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Bangalore, we can see that Bangalore 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 Bangalore 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 Bangalore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangalore 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 Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Bangalore, 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.