Which place is cheaper, Rijeka 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 Rijeka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Rijeka? 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 Rijeka?
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.
Rijeka
Rijeka is the main seaport city of Croatia. It is located in Kvarner on the Kvarner Bay, which is an inlet of the Adriatic Sea. There are over 100,000 residents, making it Croatia's third largest city. The city's economy is heavily dependent on shipbuilding and maritime transport. There is also the University of Rijeka, which was founded in 1973 with roots dating back to 1632.
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 Adventure Tours to Croatia, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Croatia.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Rijeka $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Rijeka is $141. 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 Rijeka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Rijeka $59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Rijeka $118
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Rijeka
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Rijeka? 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 Rijeka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Rijeka $19
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 Rijeka
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rijeka:
- Direct Bus Transfer to/from Krk: $12
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Rijeka?
Prices for flights to both Rijeka 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 $16Rijeka $69
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 $9.77Rijeka $10
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 Rijeka
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rijeka are as follows:
- Rijeka Tunnel (TunelRi) Entrance Ticket: $3.51
- Mreznica River Kayaking Tour from Duga Resa: $54
- Drava Sup Exploring Adventure: $72
- DISCOVERING THE UNKNOWN Extended WW2&UNDERGROUND tour: $76
- TUNNEL ABSEILING PLUS tour the underground: $88
- From Golden Island of Krk Tour: $101
- Plitvice Lakes Day Tour from Rijeka, Simple & Safe: $117
- Pula, Rovinj, and Panoramic Istrian Coast Tour: $133
- Istria Highlights Tour from Rijeka or Pula: $133
- Street Art & Lost Place Tour in Rijeka: $176
- Private Walking Cultural Tour of Rijeka: $257
- Private Sunset Boat Tour: $690
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Rijeka $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Rijeka, we can see that Rijeka 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 Rijeka 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 Rijeka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rijeka 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 Rijeka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Rijeka?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Rijeka. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Rijeka, 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.