A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Syros vs. Bled for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Syros or Bled?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Syros and Bled can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Syros or Bled?

Syros

Syros may not be as well-known as Santorini or Mykonos, but this enchanting Greek island in the Cyclades has its own unique charms that are well worth discovering. From its neoclassical capital Ermoupoli to its idyllic villages and pristine beaches, Syros offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. While Syros is less expensive than some of the more famous Greek islands, it's still wise to plan your trip carefully if you're on a tight budget. The shoulder months of April-May and September-October offer pleasant weather and lower prices on accommodations. Budget travelers can find rooms for as little as €20-40 per night, or opt for camping around €5 per person. Eating at casual tavernas and buying food from local markets can also help keep costs down.

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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Greece, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Greece, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.


Which place is cheaper, Bled or Syros?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Syros is €274, while the average daily cost in Bled is €125. 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 Syros and Bled in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Syros 105
    Bled 56
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Syros 210
    Bled 112
Compare Hotels in Syros and Bled

Looking for a hotel in Syros 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.

Hotels in Syros


Hotels in Bled


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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: Syros Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Syros 51
    Bled 34

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 Syros or Bled?

Prices for flights to both Bled and Syros 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
    Syros 131
    Bled 49
Typical Food Prices in Syros

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Syros:


  • Dinner for Two
    20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Syros

For Syros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Syros Walking Food Tour: $88
  • Cooking class, traditional Greek cuisine, on a Greek island: $155
  • Syros Cooking Class : $173
  • Authentic Greek Cooking & Foraging Experience in Syros with Maria: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Syros 47
    Bled 12

Tours and Activities in Syros

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Syros.

  • Ermoupolis Walking Tour (2 hours): $31
  • Boat and hike tour to the Hidden Beaches of Syros: $108
  • Industrial Hermoupolis Walking Tour: $24
  • Syros Ermoupoli Cultural Walking Tour: $42

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Bled's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Rafting
    93

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Syros 23
    Bled 14

Sample the Local Flavors in Syros

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Syros:

  • Syros wine tasting and village walk: $60

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bled are as follows:


  • Bottle of Champagne
    18

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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Syros and Bled, we can see that Syros is more expensive. And not only is Bled much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bled would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bled 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 Syros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Syros than you might in Bled.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Syros Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.