A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aswan vs. Vitoria-Gasteiz for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aswan or Vitoria-Gasteiz?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Aswan or Vitoria-Gasteiz? 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz?

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.

Vitoria-Gasteiz

In the midst of a vast, starry night, medieval cathedrals and ancient buildings are scattered with light across the humming city. This is none other than Vitoria-Gasteiz, a town located in the province of Araba/Alava in northern Spain. Within its border, this city contains Basque Country's House of Parliament, the headquarters of the Government, and the Lehendakari's (Prime Minister's) official residence. In 2012, Vitoria-Gasteiz was awarded the title of European Green Capital and now is one of the top five places to live in Spain. This multicultural city is chock full of amazing national history as well as unique cultural traditions. Vitoria-Gasteiz is also well known for its festivals, including Azkena rock festival, FesTVal, Vitoria-Gasteiz jazz festival, and the Virgen Blanca Festivities. Whether you seek to explore its world-renowned wineries or dine in a chic restaurant, Vitoria-Gasteiz holds an endless amount of possibilities.

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 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Vitoria-Gasteiz or Aswan?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Aswan Prices
    Egypt Prices
    Vitoria-Gasteiz Prices
    Spain Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Aswan $31
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $215

The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $31, while the average daily cost in Vitoria-Gasteiz is $215. 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aswan $10
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $81
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aswan $20
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $162
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Vitoria-Gasteiz

Looking for a hotel in Aswan or Vitoria-Gasteiz? 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.

Hotels in Aswan


Hotels in Vitoria-Gasteiz


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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 Vitoria-Gasteiz Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aswan $5.70
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:

  • Private Transfer Round Trip To Abu Simbel From Aswan: $300
  • 3-Day Guided tours to Aswan, Abu Simbel and Luxor & Train and Transfers : $167
  • Marvel 3-Days Unique Guided Tours Aswan, Abu Simbel & Luxor with all Transfers : $167
  • Private Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada: $150
  • "Aswan to Hurghada: Luxe Private Transfer - Comfort Guaranteed ": $130
  • Private Transfer from Aswan to Marsa Alam: $130
  • Edfu and Kom Ombo Day Tour with Luxor Transfer: $115
  • Aswan to Hurghada - or vice ( Private Transfer ): $115
  • Transfer from Aswan to Abu Simbel: $107
  • Private Transfer Aswan to Luxor: $105
  • Private Transfer from Aswan to Luxor: $99
  • Transfer from Aswan to Hurghada : $95

Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Vitoria-Gasteiz?

Prices for flights to both Vitoria-Gasteiz 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Aswan $16
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $103

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.

  • Savor Nubian Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner in a Local Village: $50
  • Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
  • 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
  • Experience the Magic of Aswan in One Day Food Tour with Guide: $177

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aswan $9.77
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $43
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:


  • 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 Temple from Aswan private full day tour: $80
  • Abu Simbel Temples Full Day Tour From Aswan With Entry Tickets : $99
  • Aswan Luxury Car Tour: $75
  • Aswan OR Luxor : Full Day Private Guided Tour to Kom Ombo and Edfu temples: $99
  • High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, & Philae Private Tour: $20
  • Kalabsha Temple and Nubian Museum Tour: $89
  • Kayak Tour around the Temple of Philae & Heissa Island : $30
  • Nubian Village Day Tour In Aswan: $25
  • Nubian Village and Philae Temple Private Guided Tour From Aswan: $29
  • Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam Tour: $95
  • Private Abu Simbel Temple tour : $123
  • Private Day Tour to Abu Simble Temple from Aswan: $29

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aswan $1.12
    Vitoria-Gasteiz $27


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Vitoria-Gasteiz, we can see that Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Aswan or Vitoria-Gasteiz?

Aswan has a larger population, and is about 7% larger than the population of Vitoria-Gasteiz. When comparing the sizes of Aswan and Vitoria-Gasteiz, 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.