Which place is cheaper, Granada 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 Granada?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Granada? 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 Granada?
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.
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafes, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
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 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Granada $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Granada is $176. 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 Granada in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Granada $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Granada $138
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Granada
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Granada? 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 Granada Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Granada $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- VIP Express Exclusive Aswan Airport Transfer: $50
- Transfer to Luxor from Aswan with 2stops in Komombo& EdfuTemples : $52
- Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $69
- Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada : $95
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $107
- Sunset Departure Evening Aswan Airport Transfer: $32
- Private transfer from your Hotel or Cruise to Aswan Airport: $25
- Private transfer from aswan to luxor with visits: $93
- Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $35
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan Hotels: $78
- Private Transfers from Aswan Airport to your Hotel or Cruise: $25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
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7 Trip Bus Pass$5.87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Granada City Center to Granada Airport(GRX): $33
- Granada Airport Private Departure Transfer: $49
- Granada Airport to Granada City Private Arrival Transfer: $49
- Private Luxury Airport Transfer: $53
- Private Transfers in Granada and Andalusia: $57
- Private Transfer Granada City to Granada Airport GRX by Sedan: $60
- Private Transfer Granada to Granada Train Station by Luxury van: $71
- Via Ferrata Moclín with Transfers: $94
- Granada City to Malaga Airport (AGP) - Departure Private Transfer: $135
- Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes Sedan: $155
- From Granada; Private transfer to Sierra Nevada (all hotels): $188
- Granada Private Intercity Transfer to Malaga: $191
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Granada?
Prices for flights to both Granada 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 $16Granada $75
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: $50
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $60
- Private 3-Hour Nubian Party with Dinner and Pickup in Aswan: $77
- Aswan Sunset Dinner Cruise: $80
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
- Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $177
Typical Food Prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria$2.93
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Sandwich to go$3.52
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Bocadillo & Drink$7.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flamenco Show with Dinner at Jardines de Zoraya: $63
- Dinner with Paella on a Terrace in the Albayzín and Live Flamenco: $68
- Sacromonte Caves Flamenco Show with Dinner: $68
- The Granada Morning Food Tour: $76
- Walking Food Tour: $82
- Spanish Cooking Class in Granada: $90
- Food Tour in Granada: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Granada $33
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$1.26
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Abu Simbel Temple from Aswan private full day tour: $80
- Abu Simbel Temples Full Day Tour From Aswan With Entry Tickets : $99
- Aswan Luxury Car Tour: $75
- Aswan OR Luxor : Full Day Private Guided Tour to Kom Ombo and Edfu temples: $99
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour: $89
- Kayak Tour around the Temple of Philae & Heissa Island : $30
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
- Nubian Village and Philae Temple Private Guided Tour From Aswan: $29
- Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam Tour: $95
- Private Abu Simbel Temple tour : $123
- Private Day Tour to Abu Simble Temple from Aswan: $29
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Granada Walking Tour - The Ideal Way to Discover the City: $1.78
- Sacromonte Caves Museum Admission Ticket: $5.87
- Church of San Nicolas and Tower Access Ticket: $5.87
- Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket: $8.46
- Monastery of San Jerónimo Entry Ticket: $12
- Royal Chapel of Granada Entry Ticket: $12
- Cathedral of Granada Entry Ticket: $12
- Basilica of San Juan de Dios Ticket & Audio Guide: $12
- Monastery of La Cartuja Entry Ticket: $12
- Moorish Monuments Entrance Tickets: $15
- Historic Center and Lower Albaicin Walking Tour: $15
- Alhambra Night Visit Entry Ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Granada $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
- Winefulness wine tasting, mindfulness, and senses that awaken: $47
- Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour: $81
- Granada Tapas and wine tour!: $81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Granada, we can see that Granada 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 Granada is in Europe, 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 Granada would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Granada 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 Granada Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Granada?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 1% larger than the population of Granada. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Granada, 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.