Which place is cheaper, Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Port Elizabeth? 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 Port Elizabeth?
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.
Port Elizabeth
Located on the Indian Ocean coastline of South Africa, Port Elizabeth is a major sea port and tourist destination featuring a pleasant climate, opportunities for water sports, historical landmarks, wildlife areas, and clean beaches.
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 in South Africa, and The Best Bicycle Tours in South Africa.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $19Port Elizabeth $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $19, while the average daily cost in Port Elizabeth is $56. 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 Port Elizabeth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.39Port Elizabeth $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $13Port Elizabeth $48
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Port Elizabeth
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Port Elizabeth? 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 Port Elizabeth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.10Port Elizabeth $9.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Private Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel : $10
- Private transfer from anywhere Aswan to Aswan Airport: $13
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan: $13
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- Aswan Hotel to Airport: Reliable Private Transfer Service: $14
- Shared Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels : $15
- Aswan Airport Arrival Transfer: $15
- Aswan Private Airport Transfer To Hotel: $16
- Aswan Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $19
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Port Elizabeth?
Prices for flights to both Port Elizabeth 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 $9.38Port Elizabeth $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $60
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
- Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $5.78Port Elizabeth $9.78
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$1.20
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $10
- Private Tour Sunset Felucca Ride of Aswan: $15
- Adventure Felucca Ride in Aswan ( Private boat ): $17
- Half Day Philae Temple and High-Dam Private Tour in Aswan: $18
- Aswan Day Tour : Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk and High Dam: $19
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
- Felucca Nile Tour in Aswan: $20
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Nubian Museum Magic: Private Tour in Aswan's Heart: $20
- Aswan Engineering Marvels Private High Dam & Obelisk Tour: $20
- Philae Temple and Aswan High-Dam Half-day tour : $21
- City Tour in Aswan by Bicycle : $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.18Port Elizabeth $2.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Port Elizabeth, we can see that Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Port Elizabeth, 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.