Which place is cheaper, Oviedo 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 Oviedo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Oviedo? 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 Oviedo?
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.
Oviedo
Oviedo is the capital city of the Asturias Principality in Northern Spain. It is a city of churches and cathedrals with many of its buildings designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Its old town, or Casco Antiguo, is the most historic part of Oviedo, where many of the UNESCO sites are situated.
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 Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Oviedo $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Oviedo is $158. 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 Oviedo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Oviedo $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Oviedo $124
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Oviedo
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Oviedo? 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 Oviedo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Oviedo $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Transfer Round Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan: $300
- 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
- Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers : $167
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $150
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa Alam: $130
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
- Aswan to Hurghada - or vice ( Private Transfer ): $115
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $107
- Private Transfer Aswan to Luxor: $105
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $99
- Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada : $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oviedo
Also for Oviedo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Asturias Airport (OVD) to Gijon Cruise Port: $109
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Oviedo?
Prices for flights to both Oviedo 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 $16Oviedo $78
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oviedo
For Oviedo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oviedo Food Tour with Sidra and Wine Experience Small Group: $114
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Oviedo $23
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 Oviedo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oviedo.
- Oviedo Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Private Tour: $5.13
- Historical Tour on the Origin of Oviedo: $11
- Tour de los misterios y leyendas de Oviedo: $12
- Tour of the historic center of Oviedo: $12
- Guided tour of Oviedo: $12
- OVIEDO SCARY! Legends and Mysteries Tour: $12
- Tour de la Revolución de 1934: $14
- Civil War Tour of Oviedo: $14
- Oviedo Civil War Tour: $14
- 1934 Revolution Tour of Oviedo: $14
- Guided tour to the Cathedral with tickets included: $18
- Guided Tour of the Cathedral of Oviedo: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Oviedo $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Oviedo, we can see that Oviedo 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 Oviedo 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 Oviedo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oviedo 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 Oviedo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Oviedo?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Oviedo. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Oviedo, 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.