Which place is cheaper, Seville 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 Seville?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Seville? 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 Seville?
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.
Seville
The capital city of Andalucia, Seville is both the cultural and financial hub of southern Spain. It's also a popular tourist destination. The city has over 700,000 residents and 1.6 million in the metropolitan area, making it the fourth largest city in the country. It is cut in half by the Guadalquivir River, with the two halves referred to as Sevilla and Triana. Seville has continued to grow in popularity as a tourist destination since the 19th century when it was included as a stop on the Romantic "Grand Tour" of Europe. In 1992 Seville hosted the International Exposition which led to the construction of a new airport, train station, as well as other infrastructural improvements. Today Seville remains very popular with tourists for its many festivals, interesting attractions, great restaurants and nightlife scene.
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 Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Aswan Prices
Egypt PricesSeville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $31Seville $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Seville is $178. 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 Seville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $10Seville $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $20Seville $136
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Seville
Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Seville? 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 Seville Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $5.70Seville $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Nile Adventure Transfer from Aswan to Luxor by Felucca and Car: $280
- Private transfer from aswan Airport To Marsa alam: $207
- Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers : $167
- 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
- Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel.: $166
- Abu Simbel from Aswan in Egypt - Private Tour (guide and transfers Included): $150
- Aswan to Hurghada Private Door to Door Transfer: $140
- Luxury Private Transfer: Aswan to Marsa Alam - Nile to Red Sea: $136
- Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa Alam: $130
- "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
- Aswan to Hurghada - or vice ( Private Transfer ): $115
- Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seville
Also for Seville, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer Ticket between Airport and City Center: $8.05
- Transfer from Seville City Center to Seville Airport(SVQ): $27
- Transfer from Seville Airport(SVQ) to Seville City Center: $30
- Transfer to Santa Justa Train Station: $41
- Seville to Seville Airport (SVQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Seville Airport (SVQ) to Seville - Arrival Private Transfer: $44
- Sevilla! Private Transfer from/to Sevilla Airport: $48
- Seville Airport(SVQ) to Seville hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Private Transfer from Seville Airport or Seville Hotels: $54
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Sevilla Airport: $54
- Transfer from Seville to Santa Justa Railway Station: $56
- Private 1-Way Airport or Train Station Transfer: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Seville?
Prices for flights to both Seville 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 $16Seville $75
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 Seville
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Seville:
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Lunch$11
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Ice Cream$2.70
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Jamon (Dry Cured Ham)$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seville
For Seville, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Guadalquivir Boat Tour with Optional Lunch/Dinner: $29
- Flamenco at El Palacio Andaluz with Optional Dinner: $38
- Flavors of Andalucía Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $41
- Flamenco Show Tablao La Cantaora Sevilla (Optional Dinner): $42
- Paella-Cooking Experience with Sangria & Full Meal: $47
- El Patio Sevillano Flamenco Show Ticket & Dinner: $47
- Paella Showcooking Experience: $48
- Paella Showcooking Experience: $53
- Flamenco Show at Tablao El Arenal with Drink and Optional Dinner or Tapas : $56
- Best Food Tour in Seville: $66
- The Seville Morning Food Tour: $68
- Seville Food Tour with Tapas & Drinks with a Local: $73
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $9.77Seville $34
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 Seville
For Seville, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance to Cathedral$9.39
Tours and Activities in Seville
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Seville.
- FREE Walking Tour to Iconic Sites & Hidden Gems: $2.35
- Rooftop Sunset Wine Experience : $3.57
- Spritz Tasting Experience : $3.57
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Secrets and Splendor of Seville: $5.20
- Seville Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.74
- Artisanal Ice Cream Tasting Tour in Seville: $5.97
- Rooftop Wine Experience: $7.05
- Museum of Flamenco Dance Admission Ticket: $7.05
- Rooftop Wine Experience : $7.17
- Skip the Line: Museo del Baile Flamenco Admission Ticket: $7.17
- Sevilla Rooftop Wine Experience: $7.17
- Seville’s Plaza de España: A Self-Guided Tour: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.12Seville $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seville
Also in Seville, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 3 Bars Pub Crawl + VIP Club Entrance & 3 Free Shots: $18
- Sherry Wine Tasting with Light Snacks: $29
- Seville Outdoor Walking Tour with Orange Wine Tasting: $35
- Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier: $54
- Sevilla: Fun Wine Tasting with an Spanish Sommelier: $55
- Wine Tasting in the Center of Seville with Pairing: $82
- Tapas and Wine Tour with Rooftop Drink: $94
- Seville's Triana Neighborhood Tapas & Wine Tour: $94
- Seville Tapas & Wine Tasting Rooftop Experience: $96
- Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour in Sevilla Spain: $106
- Half-Day Wine Tour in Andalusia in small group: $112
- Jerez, Cadiz Wine Tasting with Optional Horse Show: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Seville, we can see that Seville 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 Seville 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 Seville would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seville 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 Seville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Seville?
Seville has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Seville, 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.
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