Which place is cheaper, Vientiane 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 Vientiane?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Vientiane? 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 Vientiane?
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.
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
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 Bicycle Tours in Laos, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $27Vientiane $22
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $27, while the average daily cost in Vientiane is $22. 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 Vientiane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $8.97Vientiane $8.15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $18Vientiane $16
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Vientiane
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Vientiane? 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 Vientiane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.92Vientiane $1.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $8.00
- Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Private Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $11
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- luxor Airport Private Transfer: $14
- Shared Transfer: Aswan Airport to Hotels: $15
- Private Transfer From Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel: $15
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Anywhere in Aswan: $15
- Private Transfer Service From Aswan Airport to anywhere in Aswan: $16
- Aswan Airport VIP Transfer – Private,Comfortable &On-Time Service: $18
- Private Transfer from / to aswan airport: $19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Vientiane?
Prices for flights to both Vientiane 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 $13Vientiane $12
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
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise with Entertainment: $64
- Private Evening Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $70
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Small-Group Street Food Tour with Tastings: $91
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.44Vientiane $3.67
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:
- Aswan Unfinished Obelisk Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $5.46
- Private shopping tour in Aswan bazzars: $8.00
- Adventure Felucca Ride in Aswan ( Private boat ): $17
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $20
- Private Tour Sail on the Nile Aswan Felucca Ride: $25
- Aswan Highlights Tour Philae Temple High Dam Unfinished Obelisk: $25
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
- Philae Temple private tour or Sound and light show evining: $25
- Nubian Village Tour: $25
- Shared Half-Day Tour to the Nubian Village: $25
- 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure: $25
- Explore Philae Temple and High-Dam on Half-day Tour: $26
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $8.50
- Vientiane Lao Art Museum Admission Ticket: $10
- Lao Art Museum Vientiane Admission & Cultural Experience: $10
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $12
- Vientiane Guided Foodie and Culture Tour with Tastings: $48
- Art, Culture, & Inspiration Guided Half-Day Tour: $52
- Half-Day City Tour with Patuxai and Buddha Park: $52
- Vientiane Landmarks and Cultural Immersion Tour: $56
- Cultural Tour with Buddha Park and Patuxay: $58
- Vientiane IG tour & Patuxay monument: $59
- Explore Vientiane with Lao Art Museum Tour: $61
- Half-Day City Tour - Morning or Afternoon: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $0.96Vientiane $2.04
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Vientiane, we can see that Aswan is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aswan is in Africa and Vientiane 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 Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Aswan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aswan than you might in Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aswan Expensive? and Is Vientiane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Vientiane?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Vientiane, 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.