Which place is cheaper, Bled or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Bled?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Bled
Bled is an incredibly scenic place, on the east side of Lake Bled. The lake is a beautiful, rich, emerald green. There's a small island in the middle of the lake where you'll find a nice white chapel. The lake is surrounded by striking green mountains, among which you'll find the Bled Castle overlooking the scene. Bled also offers access to the nearby Triglav National Park, a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies. Within the national park you'll find countless waterfalls and the lovely Lake Bohinj. You can find plenty of opportunities for mountain climbing, rafting, and hiking. There's even a cable car if you're looking for an easy way to get some good views of the mountains and landscape.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $162Bled $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $162, while the average daily cost in Bled is $146. 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 Pamukkale and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $44Bled $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $88Bled $130
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Bled? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $28Bled $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $108
- Paragliding Tour w/ Scenic Views & Hotel Transfer: $73
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $119
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $121
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $78
- Gumbet Turkish Bath with hotel transfer and Oil massage: $38
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $149
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $114
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $114
- Denizli Airport Transfer to Pamukkale (Private): $141
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Center Private Transfer: $244
- Antalya/Belek/Lara: Land Of legends Night Show Transfer: $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $225
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $181
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $149
- Private Taxi Transfer from Bled to Ljubljana Airport (Brnik): $137
- Get a Transfer for you, Family, Group of Cyclists, hikers-around Julian Alps: $24
- Bohinj Lake: Convenient Transfer to/from Bled Central: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $94Bled $57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $42Bled $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$1.57
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $179
- 6 Day Antalya, Fethiye, Pamukkale, Ephesus Tour: $325
- Ancient Echoes: Etrim Village & Ancient Sanctuaries Tour: $113
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $88
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Cappadocia in a Day Private Tour from Istanbul, Cappadocia Hotels: $223
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $100
- Daily Pamukkale Tour From Denizli Çardak Aırport: $131
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $114
- Experince Gyrocopter Tour over Pamaukkale & Hierapolis: $131
- From Antalya or Kemer: Full-Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour: $41
- From Antalya: Daily Pamukkale Tour with Expert Local Guide: $133
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Rafting$109
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Scenic Quad Tour in Bled: $167
- 4 hours Fratarica Canyoning Adventure: $125
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $190
- Adventure Day: Rafting and Canyoning: $174
- Bled Castle Skip the Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide: $32
- Bled eBike Tour: $116
- Bled eBike Tour : $118
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $129
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $64
- City Highlights Tour with Hiking & Bled Cream Cake: $158
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $257
- Europe's Longest Zipline Adventure over Dolinka River: $111
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $11Bled $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:
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Bottle of Champagne$21
Sample the Local Flavors in Bled
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bled:
- Slovenian wine tasting at Hotel Triglav Bled's wine cellar: $35
- Wine Tasting Bled with a sommelier: $68
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $69
When comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Bled, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Bled?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 92% larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Bled, 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.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale or Bled?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Bled. Many travelers come to Pamukkale for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Bled averages at about 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bled this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bled during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bled. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Bled. Many visitors come to Pamukkale in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bled. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Pamukkale for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Pamukkale is much warmer than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bled during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Bled. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Pamukkale because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bled. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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