Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
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 Luxury Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Sarajevo $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $102. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Sarajevo $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Sarajevo $60
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Sarajevo? 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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Sarajevo $7.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- transfer from aswan to luxor with visits: $77
- VIP Express Exclusive Aswan Airport Transfer: $50
- VIP Aswan Airport Transfer to Luxury Retreats: $35
- Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $69
- Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada : $95
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel.: $166
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $107
- Transfer from Aswan Train Station to your hotel or the opposite : $30
- Shared Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels : $15
- Private transfer from aswan to luxor with visits: $93
- Private transfer from aswan Airport To Marsa alam: $207
- Private transfer from Hotel To Aswan Airport : $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $18
- One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $24
- Tunnel of Hope Tour, Transfers & Optional Trebevic: $26
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $29
- Reliable Sarajevo Airport SJJ Transfer: Hassle-Free Service: $29
- Reliable Sarajevo Airport Transfer: Hassle-Free Service (to/from): $30
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Ilidža: $39
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Vogošća: $39
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Downtown to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $39
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfers (from/to): $47
- Private Transfer from Visoko to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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 $16Sarajevo $59
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
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ethnic Village Food Tour With Optional Mountain Hiking: $55
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $95
- Experience Bosnian Cooking Class: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Sarajevo $13
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 Temples Full Day Tour From Aswan With Entry Tickets : $99
- Aswan : day tour, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk &High Dam: $35
- Aswan Luxury Car Tour: $75
- Aswan private tour,Philae Temple, high Dam &unfinished obelisk : $35
- Day Tour From Aswan To Luxor by Car: $190
- Full-Day Tour to Philae Temple and Nubian Village (Private): $49
- High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
- Kayak Tour around the Temple of Philae & Heissa Island : $30
- Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
- Philae Temple Night Experience (Sound and Light show). : $65
- Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam Tour: $95
- Private Day Tour to Luxor from Aswan: $65
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$8.41
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- History Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina Ticket: $8.95
- Sarajevo History Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina Entry Ticket : $9.10
- 2 Hours Old Town Walking Tour With Local Guide: $14
- Guided Walking Tour: $18
- Old Town Sarajevo Walking Tour: $18
- IDentification Sarajevo Walking Tour: $18
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $18
- Sensational Sarajevo Sunset Walking Tour: $18
- Grand Walking Tour Through Time and Cultures: $20
- Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $20
- Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $20
- Sarajevo Old Town: Bosnian Ethnic Food & Coffee Walking Tour: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Sarajevo $8.08
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Sarajevo, we can see that Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Sarajevo?
Sarajevo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Sarajevo, 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.