Which place is cheaper, Casablanca 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 Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Casablanca? 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 Casablanca?
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.
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $19Casablanca $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $19, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $92. 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 Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.39Casablanca $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $13Casablanca $92
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Casablanca? 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 Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.10Casablanca $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Private Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel : $10
- Private transfer from anywhere Aswan to Aswan Airport: $13
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan: $13
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- Aswan Hotel to Airport: Reliable Private Transfer Service: $14
- Shared Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels : $15
- Aswan Airport Arrival Transfer: $15
- Aswan Private Airport Transfer To Hotel: $16
- Aswan Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.52
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Taxi Ride$8.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Marrakesh Airport Private Transfer: $7.00
- Transfers from Marrakech airport: $9.72
- Private Airport Transfer from or to Marrakech Menara Airport.: $15
- Private transfer from Casablanca CMN Airport to Hotel and Cities: $18
- Casablanca Airport Transfer from any hotel in Casablanca: $18
- Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $20
- Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $20
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $20
- Best Private Airport Transfer Casablanca: $20
- Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport : $20
- Transfers from or to Marrakech Airport and Marrakech: $22
- Private Transfer in Casablanca Airport CMN From or To city center: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca 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 $9.38Casablanca $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $60
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
- Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $280
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.22
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Lunch$9.67
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Traditional Cooking Courses in Casablanca : $52
- Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
- Casablanca After Sunset Traditional Photoshoot and Dinner Show: $67
- Authentic Moroccan Food Tour in Casablanca with Dinner: $68
- Private CousCous Cooking Class in a Traditional Family Home: $70
- Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $78
- Moroccan Royal Dinner and Cultural Storytelling with Transfer: $80
- Explore Casablanca Night Spa Relaxing Hammam and Dinner Included: $95
- Casablanca Food Tour: $102
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $107
- Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $5.78Casablanca $9.59
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$1.20
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $10
- Private Tour Sunset Felucca Ride of Aswan: $15
- Adventure Felucca Ride in Aswan ( Private boat ): $17
- Half Day Philae Temple and High-Dam Private Tour in Aswan: $18
- Aswan Day Tour : Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam: $19
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Nubian Museum Magic: Private Tour in Aswan's Heart: $20
- Aswan Engineering Marvels Private High Dam & Obelisk Tour: $20
- Felucca Nile Tour in Aswan: $20
- Philae Temple and Aswan High-Dam Half-day tour : $21
- Full Day tour to Abu simbel temples from aswan : $23
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Casablanca Tour with Hassan Mosque Ticket and Breakfast : $17
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $18
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $19
- Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour: $28
- Casablanca Walking Tour with Local Guide: $30
- Casablanca Guided Tour with Transportation and Souk Visit: $30
- Private Guided Tour: $32
- Casablanca Tour: Private or Small Group Guided Experience: $33
- Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $33
- Casablanca City Tour with Hotel Pickup and drop off: $33
- Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.18Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Casablanca
Also in Casablanca, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Lunch at the oldest Domaine from Casablanca: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca 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 Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Casablanca, 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.