Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Ouarzazate? 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 Ouarzazate?
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.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $19Ouarzazate $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $19, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $57. 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 Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.33Ouarzazate $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $13Ouarzazate $44
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Ouarzazate? 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 Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.07Ouarzazate $3.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Aswan to Luxor Private Car Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise : $13
- Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $35
- Transfer Service to Luxor from Aswan: $100
- Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $21
- VIP Aswan to Hurghada Transfer: Luxury and Comfort: $95
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- Abu Simbel Shared Transfer: $27
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise: $40
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Aswan Airport Arrival Transfer: $15
- Aswan Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $45
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $115
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $185
- Private Transfer between Ouarzazate & Marrakech: $337
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate 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 $9.30Ouarzazate $29
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: $29
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $49
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $46
- Marrakech: Desert Excursion, Quad, Camel, Dinner & Fireshow: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $5.73Ouarzazate $11
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$1.19
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour: $15
- Half Day Philae Temple and High-Dam Private Tour in Aswan: $18
- 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
- Private Tour Sail on the Nile Aswan Felucca Ride : $20
- Private Car And Day Tour To Philae Temple & High Dam in Aswan: $20
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $20
- Philae Temple and Aswan High-Dam Half-day tour : $21
- Aswan : Philae Temple and High-Dam-Day Tour: $21
- Aswan to Kom Ombo: Private Tour of the Twin Gods Temple: $21
- City Tour in Aswan by Bicycle : $23
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Royal Private Tour of Ksar Ait Ben Haddou: $23
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- Guided tour of the Palmerie de Skoura by electric mountain bike : $49
- Private Quad Experience in the Ouarzazate Desert: $52
- Marrakech Palm Grove 2-Hour Quad Biking Adventure.: $52
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $85
- 3 Days - 2 Nights Desert Tour From Marrakech with Camel Ride: $86
- Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Tour to Zagora Desert and Ouarzazate: $114
- Private One Day Tour AIT BENHADDOU and TELOUET via Ouarzazate: $116
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $116
- From Marrakech: Merzouga Sahara Desert 3-Day Cultural Tour: $123
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.17Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Ouarzazate, we can see that Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Ouarzazate?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ouarzazate. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Ouarzazate, 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.