Which place is cheaper, La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or La Rochelle? 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 La Rochelle?
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.
La Rochelle
La Rochelle is a lovely French city in the province of Charente-Maritime. It's located in western France and is a seaport on the Bay of Biscay. Most people who visit the city enjoy exploring the "Vieux Port" or Old Harbour area. This area is the heart of the city and it is a beautiful neighborhood that has many seafood restaurants and nice architecture. It's particularly enjoyable to walk around during the evening hours. Ile de Re is connected to the city by a bridge and is also a nice place to visit. If you head out of town, the surrounding countryside is very rural. North of the city is Venise Verte, which is very marshy and has many small canals. It's a popular area for inland boating.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Paris, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31La Rochelle $163
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in La Rochelle is $163. 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 La Rochelle in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10La Rochelle $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20La Rochelle $158
Compare Hotels in Aswan and La Rochelle
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or La Rochelle? 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 La Rochelle Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70La Rochelle $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Transfer Round Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan: $300
- 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
- Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers : $167
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $150
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa Alam: $130
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
- Aswan to Hurghada - or vice ( Private Transfer ): $115
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $107
- Private Transfer Aswan to Luxor: $105
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $99
- Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada : $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Rochelle
Also for La Rochelle, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Cruise Port to Nantes Hotels: $251
- Private Transfer from La Rochelle Port to Nantes Airport (NTE): $251
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or La Rochelle?
Prices for flights to both La Rochelle 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 $16La Rochelle $70
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
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $60
- Private 3-Hour Nubian Party with Dinner and Pickup in Aswan: $77
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
- Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $177
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in La Rochelle
For La Rochelle, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour - Discover La Rochelle: $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77La Rochelle $15
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$1.26
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Abu Simbel Temple from Aswan private full day tour: $80
- Abu Simbel Temples Full Day Tour From Aswan With Entry Tickets : $99
- Aswan Luxury Car Tour: $75
- Aswan OR Luxor : Full Day Private Guided Tour to Kom Ombo and Edfu temples: $99
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour: $89
- Kayak Tour around the Temple of Philae & Heissa Island : $30
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
- Nubian Village and Philae Temple Private Guided Tour From Aswan: $29
- Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam Tour: $95
- Private Abu Simbel Temple tour : $123
- Private Day Tour to Abu Simble Temple from Aswan: $29
Tours and Activities in La Rochelle
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for La Rochelle.
- La Rochelle Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.76
- La Rochelle Port Quest: Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $8.05
- Guided tour of La Rochelle The splendor of merchants in the 18th century: $24
- Planet Exotica entrance ticket: $25
- Discover Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle: $48
- La Rochelle Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $57
- La Rochelle Private Custom Private Walking Tour With a Guide: $66
- La Rochelle, Old Town and Vieux Port Guided Walking Tour: $86
- Poitiers: Private tour of the historic city centre: $89
- La Rochelle Templars Private Walking Tour: $221
- Private Walking Tour: $256
- 3 Hour La Rochelle Private Tour: $286
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12La Rochelle $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and La Rochelle, we can see that La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle is in Europe, 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 La Rochelle would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or La Rochelle?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of La Rochelle. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and La Rochelle, 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.