Which place is cheaper, Reims 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 Reims?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Reims? 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 Reims?
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.
Reims
Reims lies 129 km (80 mi) east-northeast of Paris. It was founded by the Gauls and became a major city during the Roman Empire. Reims played a prominent ceremonial role in French monarchical history as the traditional site of the crowning of the kings of France. The city's economy is based largely on wine production, for which the Champagne region is famous, and a visit to Reims often includes a popular tasting of the most famous French wines at the 'Maison de Champagne'. Reims has many attractive pedestrian boulevards, Roman remains, art-deco cafes and a flourishing fine-dining scene that counts among it four Michelin-starred restaurants. Of course Reims also has all the shops and other facilities that you would expect in a major city.
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 France, and The Best 10-Day Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Reims $188
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Reims is $188. 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 Reims in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Reims $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Reims $154
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Reims
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Reims? 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 Reims Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Reims $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Aswan to Luxor Private Car Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa-Alam: $87
- Private transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $35
- Transfer Service to Luxor from Aswan: $100
- VIP Aswan to Hurghada Transfer: Luxury and Comfort: $95
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
- Abu Simbel Day Trip from Aswan with transfers : $45
- Abu Simbel Shared Transfer: $27
- Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included): $150
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise: $40
- Arrival Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reims
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Reims:
- Private Transfer from Reims or Epernay to Paris: $244
- Private transfer: CDG ⇄ Reims or Épernay: $287
- Private Transfer: Reims / Champagne to Paris Airport CDG by Van: $299
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Reims?
Prices for flights to both Reims 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 $16Reims $82
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Reims $22
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 Reims
Here are a few actual costs in Reims for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Reims Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.86
- Reims From Roman Ruins to World War II self-guided walking tour: $7.51
- Cathedral of Notre Dame de Reims Self-Guided Tour with Mobile App: $8.09
- Reims Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
- Self Guided Walking Adventure and Puzzle Game Reims Royal Quest: $11
- Reims Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $12
- Guided Tour of Cathedral of Notre Dame de Reims: $13
- Reims Art Deco guided tour: $13
- Reims UNESCO site: Basilica of Saint-Remi Guided Tour: $13
- Guided Tour of the Saint-Remi Basilica Listed by UNESCO: $13
- Reims Cathedral of Notre Dame Guided Tour: $13
- Reims Guided tour by night: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Reims $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Reims, we can see that Reims 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 Reims 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 Reims would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reims 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 Reims Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Reims?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Reims. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Reims, 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.