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Cheap Aswan: real prices (2026)

Aswan on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Aswan. Ranges in EGP with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 56 EGP

Food & drink

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Local shop8–15 EGP0.14–0.27 €

Tours & activities

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
Abu Simbel day tripBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online2,500–4,000 EGP45–71 €
Nubian village boat tripBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online400–800 EGP7.14–14 €

Sights & leisure

Item or serviceUsual price≈ euros
1-h felucca (whole boat)Price agreed beforehand200–400 EGP3.57–7.14 €

Cheapest things in Aswan

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Aswan, to travel on a budget:

Cheap tours in Aswan

Where to eat cheap in Aswan

Tips to travel cheap in Aswan

  1. Always pay in EGP: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
  2. Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
  3. Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
  4. Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
  5. Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Aswan

Felucca “per person”Agree whether the price is per boat or per person, and the exact duration, before boarding.

FAQ

Is Aswan cheap?

Yes, Aswan is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 8–15 EGP. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Aswan?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Aswan on about 0.43–1.07 € (24–60 EGP) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Aswan?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Nubian village boat trip (400–800 EGP), Abu Simbel day trip (2,500–4,000 EGP).

Where can I eat cheap in Aswan?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Aswan: Water 1.5 L (shop) (8–15 EGP).

How much is a bottle of water in Aswan?

In a shop in Aswan, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 8–15 EGP.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Aswan?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.

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