Which place is cheaper, Rouen 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 Rouen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Rouen? 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 Rouen?
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.
Rouen
Rouen is a city on the River Seine in the north of France. It is the capital of the region of Normandy. It was formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of Medieval Europe. The city has had a turbulent history. It was devastated by fire and plague several times during the Middle Ages, and was occupied by the English during the Hundred Years War. The young French heroine Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc) was tried for heresy and burned at the stake in the central square in 1431. And during WWII, Allied bombing raids laid waste to large parts of the city, especially south of the cathedral.
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 Vineyard & Wine Tours in France, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France.
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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Rouen $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Rouen 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 Rouen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Rouen $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Rouen $122
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Rouen
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Rouen? 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 Rouen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Rouen $40
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Rouen?
Prices for flights to both Rouen 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 $16Rouen $72
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 $9.77Rouen $21
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 Rouen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rouen are as follows:
- Rouen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.77
- Rouen audio guided tour: $11
- Audio Guided City or Joan of Arc Tour: $18
- Audio Guided City and Joan of Arc Tour: $18
- Rouen : Museum Immersive Viking Experience: $19
- Rouen : Must-see Private Walking Tour: $22
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center: $28
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Rouen: $29
- The Official 1-Hour English tour of the must-sees of Rouen: $30
- Treetop adventure course in the heart of Rouen: $31
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $53
- Official English 2hrs Guided Tour of the Must-Sees of Rouen: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Rouen $9.22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Rouen, we can see that Rouen 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 Rouen 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 Rouen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rouen 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 Rouen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Rouen?
Aswan has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Rouen. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Rouen, 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.