Which place is cheaper, Freeport 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 Freeport?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Freeport? 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 Freeport?
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.
Freeport
When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.
This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $28Freeport $290
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $28, while the average daily cost in Freeport is $290. 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 Freeport in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $9.45Freeport $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $19Freeport $282
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Freeport
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Freeport? 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 Freeport Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.18Freeport $59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Aswan–Luxor Private Transfer with Guide & Stops at Kom Ombo, Edfu: $250
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada in AC Cars Local Driver: $230
- Private Transfer From Aswan Airport or Hotel to Hurghada by Car: $200
- Private Aswan to Luxor Transfer with Custom Temple Stops: $199
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $189
- Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers: $167
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $160
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $160
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor by Air-Conditioned Vehicle: $150
- Aswan to Hurghada Private Door to Door Transfer: $140
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
- Private Transfer Aswan to Luxor: $105
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport
Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer Viva Club Fortuna Freeport: $28
- Round-trip Airport Transfers to Castaway Resorts, Freeport: $30
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers Island Seas Resort Freeport: $30
- Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $67
- Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $67
- Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $76
- Freeport to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay - Private Transfer: $76
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Luxury SUV Transfer from Airport, cruise port, Celebration Key: $133
- Shared Round Trip Limousine Transfer: $150
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay -Round-Trip Transfer: $153
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Freeport?
Prices for flights to both Freeport 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 $14Freeport $110
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
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Private Evening Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $75
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan: $90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.88Freeport $40
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$1.15
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- 2 Day Aswan Tour+Hotel Includ:Abu Simbel, Philae& Nubian Village: $260
- 2 Hours Private Sound and Light Show Tour in Philae Temple: $85
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
- 2-Day Tour Package in Aswan with a Guide: $227
- 3 Days 2 Nights Aswan and Abu Simbel Private Friendly Tour: $200
- 3 Days Private Tour to Abu Simble, Balloon Ride, Aswan and Luxor: $299
- 3 Days and 2 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor: $299
- 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure: $25
- 3-Day Tour Aswan, Abu Simbel , Luxor & Train ticket, Opt. Balloon: $280
- 4 Day 3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan to Luxor: $1,273
- 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon: $284
- 4 Days Nile Cruise, Aswan to Luxor AbuSimbel optional hot balloon: $295
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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10 Dive Package$299
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4 Hr. Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Freeport
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.
- Tour of Coral Vita and breach brak at Banana bay beach club: $51
- Junkanoo Village Beach Club Unlimited Rum Punch Experience: $55
- Coopers Castle and Port Lucaya Marketplace Tour: $60
- Rumbo Tour: $60
- Junkanoo Village Beach Club Experience: Lunch & Signature Drink: $70
- Swim with the Pigs Freeport @Creative Eco Adventures: $72
- Mamma Gal Native Experience: $80
- Mamma Gal Celeb-Key Native Exp. Shared Tour: $80
- Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks: $89
- Mamma Gal East End Native Experience: $95
- Grand Bahama Foodie Tour: $120
- Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.01Freeport $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:
- Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs: $85
- Grand Bahama Brewery and Distillery Tour: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Freeport, we can see that Freeport 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 Freeport is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport 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 Freeport Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Freeport?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Freeport. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Freeport, 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.