Which place is cheaper, Mumbai 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 Mumbai?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Mumbai? 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 Mumbai?
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.
Mumbai
Mumbai is the largest city in India and the capital of Maharashtra state. It is still occasionally referred to as Bombay, but most people know it now as Mumbai. It's the commercial capital of the country and is a major port city. It's also famous for Bollywood, which is the movie capital of the country and famous for it's music filled Bollywood flicks that have become popular around the world. Mumbai is arguably the most cosmopolitan city in India and has some of the most liberal views of an otherwise conservative country. Many immigrants and expats live in Mumbai and it's easy to see the blend of cultures.
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 2-Week Tours from Mumbai, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to India.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $27Mumbai $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $27, while the average daily cost in Mumbai is $76. 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 Mumbai in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $8.97Mumbai $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $18Mumbai $60
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Mumbai
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Mumbai? 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 Mumbai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.92Mumbai $6.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Transfer Round Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan: $300
- Aswan – Abu Simbel – Luxor: Premium Private Transfer: $280
- Aswan to Hurghada : Private Transfer: $270
- Family VIP Transfer: Aswan to Hurghada – Relax and Enjoy the Ride: $220
- VIP Private Transfer Aswan to Hurghada: $220
- Transfer from Aswan to Marsa alam: $215
- Exclusive Aswan to Luxor Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $190
- Private Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan with Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada – Travel in Comfort: $180
- Private Transfer from Hurghada Port to Luxor: $156
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $140
- Aswan to Hurghada Private Door to Door Transfer: $140
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mumbai
Also for Mumbai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer to Hotel Easy & Safe: $8.20
- Dharavi Slum Tour in Mumbai with Combo Packages & Transfers: $11
- One-Way Transfer Airport to Hotel: $11
- Mumbai Airport Transfer: $12
- Transfer Mumbai Airport Hotel/Navi Mumbai: $19
- VIP Mumbai Airport Transfer: Comfort & Convenience: $19
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to your Accommodation in Pune: $22
- Mumbai After Dark: Private Night Tour with AC Transfers: $25
- Private Transfer from Mumbai to Pune: $27
- Create Your Own Itinerary - Private Tour & Transfer: $27
- Private Transfer to/from Mumbai Airport: $28
- Mumbai Airport Transfer to and from Hotel: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Mumbai?
Prices for flights to both Mumbai 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 $13Mumbai $38
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 Mumbai
For Mumbai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Bollywood Studio Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $11
- Private Evening City & Street Food Tour with AC Car: $11
- Best Steet Food Tour & Marekt with Train Ride Tour: $14
- Discover Mumbai's street & beach with Vegetarian food tour: $14
- Mumbai Street Food Tour with Evening Bazaar Walk: $14
- Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Mumbai with a Local Family: $16
- Small Group Authentic Mumbai Virtual Cooking Class with Dessert: $20
- Vegetarian Indian Cuisine Virtual Cooking Class Experience from Mumbai: $20
- Mumbai Street Food Tour: $21
- Indian Cooking Class & Cultural Delights: $23
- Private Dharavi Walking Tour & Indian Cooking Class: $25
- Safe Food Tour in Mumbai for 2 hours: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.44Mumbai $2.34
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 Mumbai
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Mumbai.
- From 6 Days Golden Triangle (Delhi Agra Jaipur) Tour: $1.56
- Dharavi Slum Walking Tour by First Female Tour Guide: $3.37
- Dhobi Ghat Laundry and Dharavi Slum Tour with Local: $3.43
- Dharavi Slum and Dhobi Ghat Laundry Tour: $3.92
- Tour In Book Mumbai Sightseeing With Top Highlights: $3.94
- Dharavi Walking Tour & Dhobi Ghat Laundry Train Ride: $4.00
- Best Dharavi Tour -See the real Slum with a Local: $4.09
- Mumbai Slum Tour - Visit Dharavi Slum with Local Guide: $4.15
- Slum Tour Dharavi & Dhobi Ghat Laundry with a Local: $4.36
- Private Mumbai City Tour + Dharavi Slum Slumdog Millionaire Tour: $4.36
- Dharavi - Asia's larget Slum Tour with a Local Guide: $4.69
- Mumbai Self-Guided Walking City Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $0.96Mumbai $3.25
Sample the Local Flavors in Mumbai
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Mumbai:
- Sula Vineyards Wine Tasting Day Trip from Mumbai by Train or Car: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Mumbai, we can see that Mumbai 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 Mumbai 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 Mumbai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mumbai 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 Mumbai Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Mumbai?
Mumbai has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Mumbai, 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.