A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aswan vs. Madhya Pradesh for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aswan or Madhya Pradesh?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Aswan or Madhya Pradesh? 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 Madhya Pradesh?

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.

Madhya Pradesh

Translating to "central region," Madhya Pradesh is a state centrally located within the plains of India. While it is not a major tourist hub, the region has plenty to showcase in regards to the history, art, religion, and culture of central India.

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 in India, and The Best 2-Week Tours in India.


Which place is cheaper, Madhya Pradesh or Aswan?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $16, while the average daily cost in Madhya Pradesh is $15. 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 Madhya Pradesh in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aswan $6.75
    Madhya Pradesh $8.55
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aswan $14
    Madhya Pradesh $17
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Madhya Pradesh

Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Madhya Pradesh? 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.

Hotels in Aswan


Hotels in Madhya Pradesh


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aswan $4.34
    Madhya Pradesh $0.94

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:

  • Private Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel : $10
  • Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $28
  • Transfer Service to Luxor from Aswan: $55
  • VIP Aswan to Hurghada Transfer: Luxury and Comfort: $190
  • 3-Days Travel Into The History to Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers: $299
  • Aswan Airport Arrival Transfer: $16
  • Aswan Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $28
  • Aswan Airport Private Departure Transfer: $19
  • Aswan Airport Transfer: $24
  • Aswan Airport Transfer Pick-up or Drop-off - One Way: $69
  • Aswan Airport Transfer to Hotels : $20
  • Aswan Airport Transfer to Hotels in Aswan: $25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madhya Pradesh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Madhya Pradesh:

  • Private Transfer from Bhopal to Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport: $41
  • Private Transfer from Raja Bhoj (BHO) Airport to Bhopal: $41
  • Private Transfer from Indore to Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport: $44
  • Private Transfer from Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR) Airport to Indore: $44
  • Private Custom Tour: Orchha Sightseeing with Guide and transfers: $86

Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Madhya Pradesh?

Prices for flights to both Madhya Pradesh 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Aswan $5.73
    Madhya Pradesh $3.59

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.

  • Private Aswan Nubian Cooking Class and Market Tour: $30
  • Dinner at Soleih restaurant by vehicle: $33
  • 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
  • Dinner In Nile Cruise in Aswan: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aswan $6.11
    Madhya Pradesh $3.33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:


  • 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:

  • Temple Of Kalabsha Entry Tickets: $3.80
  • Unfinished Obelisk Entry Ticket: $5.60
  • Philae Temple Entry Ticket: $11
  • Aswan High Dam Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off: $13
  • Philae Temple Complex Skip the Line Entry Ticket: $13
  • Temple Of Kalabsha Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off: $14
  • Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour: $15
  • Philae temple entry ticket: $16
  • City Tour in Aswan by Bicycle : $16
  • Private Day Tour to Phalie Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk: $17
  • Kom Ombo Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off From Aswan: $19
  • 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19

Tours and Activities in Madhya Pradesh

Here are a few actual costs in Madhya Pradesh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Heritage Orchha Photography Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Spiritual Trails of Orchha (2 Hours Guided Temples Walking Tour): $13
  • Indore Local Tour: $22
  • Raneh waterfall Khajuraho (motorcycle tour): $31
  • Private Guided Heritage and Cultural Tour in Khajuraho : $32
  • Gwalior to Agra Perfect day Tour Private: $39
  • Gwalior Heritage City Tour : $41
  • Birds and Heritage: Bhoj Wetland and Bhopal City Tour: $50
  • Full Day 8-hours Heritage Tour to Khajuraho Temples: $51
  • Kamasutra Temple Tour in Khajuraho: $51
  • Gwalior City tour with Gwalior fort, Jai Vilas palace & Holy Temples: $53
  • Gwalior Half Day City Tour Private: $55

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aswan $1.24
    Madhya Pradesh $2.61


When comparing the travel costs between Aswan and Madhya Pradesh, we can see that Aswan is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Aswan is in Africa and Madhya Pradesh is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aswan Expensive? and Is Madhya Pradesh Expensive?.