Which place is cheaper, Portofino 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 Portofino?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Portofino? 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 Portofino?
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.
Portofino
Located on the Italian Riviera coastline just southeast of Genoa, Portofino is known first and foremost as a resort town and popular yachting destination. The half-moon village sits in pastels, curving into a beautiful harbor of fishing boats and luxury yachts. A castle on a hill overlooks it all, while shops, restaurants, cafes, and luxury hotels make up the spread down below. Portofino also has opportunities for hiking, diving, and boating.
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 Historical Tours in Italy, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Italy.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Portofino $483
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Portofino is $483. 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 Portofino in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Portofino $222
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Portofino $444
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Portofino
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Portofino? 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 Portofino Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Portofino $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $7.00
- Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Private Transfer: $7.00
- Private transfer from/to Aswan train station: $7.00
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $7.00
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Private Aswan Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $10
- Aswan Hotel to Airport: Reliable Private Transfer Service: $10
- Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel: $11
- Private Aswan Airport Transfer Service: $12
- Private Airport Transfer in Aswan: $13
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan: $13
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Anywhere in Aswan: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Portofino
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Portofino:
- Portofino hotels to Genoa Airport (GOA) - Departure Private Transfer: $142
- Private Transfer from Portofino Cruise Port to Genoa Airport(GOA): $176
- Private Transfer from Portofino Cruise Port to Genoa city hotels: $176
- Private transfer from Portofino to Genova Airport: $298
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Portofino?
Prices for flights to both Portofino 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 $16Portofino $239
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
- Savor Nubian Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner in a Local Village: $50
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Dinner on board a cruise on the Nile: $59
- 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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Portofino
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Portofino.
- Portofino Boat and Walking Tour with Pesto Cooking & Lunch: $269
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Portofino $32
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:
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $10
- Shared Half-Day tour of The Nubian Village: $10
- Private 2 Hour Guided Tour to Philae Temple from Aswan: $15
- Nubian Museum Tour: $15
- 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
- Philae Temple Secrets: Private Aswan Adventure: $20
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Nubian Village Tour: $20
- Aswan Engineering Marvels Private High Dam & Obelisk Tour: $20
- "Aswan Gems: Private Tour of Dam, Obelisk & Philae Temple": $20
Tours and Activities in Portofino
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Portofino are as follows:
- 1-Hour Snorkeling Tour in Paraggi Bay, Portofino: $46
- Snorkel Tour in Paraggi Bay: $47
- Discover Portofino on a Guided Walking Tour: $48
- Portofino Stand Up Paddleboard Experience: $57
- Easy Kayak Tour to Portofino with Optional Snorkeling: $57
- Portofino Kayak Tour: $59
- Paddle Boarding Experience in Portofino: $59
- Boat tour of the Portofino Promontory and San Fruttuoso: $76
- Portofino and San Fruttuoso Promontory Boat Tour: $78
- Coasteering Tour: $80
- Rapallo: Sunset Boat Tour: $87
- Sunset Boat Tour with Aperitif in Portofino: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Portofino $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Portofino, we can see that Portofino 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 Portofino 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 Portofino would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Portofino 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 Portofino Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Portofino?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 460 times larger than the population of Portofino. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Portofino, 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.