Which place is cheaper, Bled or Heraklion?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Heraklion 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 Heraklion 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: Heraklion or Bled?
Heraklion
The largest city on the island of Crete, Heraklion on first glance is almost completely modern - a frenzy of traffic, concrete, and dust. Do not expect pristine beaches and glittering waves (those can be found on other parts of Crete). Heraklion is first and foremost a city. Once you get past its grittiness, you will find that there are some attractive features beneath first impressions. The antiquity of the place lies embedded in the modern and is presented in one of the best museums in Greece, the food is excellent, and the people are friendly and welcoming. And though the sea is not great for swimming, its presence along the Venetian port will take you to another time if you need a break from Heraklion's bustling center.
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 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, 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 dayHeraklion €158Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Heraklion is €158, while the average daily cost in Bled is €104. 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 Heraklion and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHeraklion €81Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHeraklion €162Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Heraklion and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Heraklion 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: Heraklion Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Heraklion €31Bled €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Heraklion
Also for Heraklion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wine Tasting Experience @ Lyrarakis Winery (Transfer Included): $108
- Transfers in Crete from-to Airports/Ports/Hotels/Villas: $128
- Transfer Services From Heraklion To Rethymno Hotels: $97
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to RETHIMNO CITY area up to 7 : $157
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to Makris Gialos area up to 7 : $228
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to MALIA area up to 7 customers: $80
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to LIGARIA area up to 7 customers: $62
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to FODELE area up to 7 customers: $71
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to ELOUNTA area up to 7 customers: $140
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to ANISSARAS area up to 7 customers: $61
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to AMMOUDARA HERAKLION area up to 7: $47
- Transfer Heraklion Airport to AGIOS NIKOLAOS area up to 7 : $122
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled
Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Tržič to Ljubljana city: $136
- Private transfer from Tolmin to airport Ljubljana: $208
- Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $205
- Private Transfer from Bled to Zagreb Airport (ZAG): $293
Is it cheaper to fly into Heraklion or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Heraklion 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 dayHeraklion €52Bled €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Heraklion
For Heraklion, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Troy Dinner-Show: $33
- From Village Cretan Night, Live Dancers & dinner: $48
- Crete: Olive Oil Festival, Farm Dinner, Live Show & Pickup: $59
- Cretan Farm with scenic view: Olive Mill Festival & dinner: $64
- Amazing Sunset Safari Route with Dinner: $83
- Cook with Locals | Cretan cooking Class at Archanes (transfer - lunch included): $86
- Crete: Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine: $89
- Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson: $97
- Food tour tasting walking tour: $122
- E-bike Food Tour Tasting in Heraklion : $126
- Walking Food Tour to Explore and Eat in Heraklion: $144
- Private Interactive Cooking Class with Aggeliki : $158
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bled
For Bled, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour Bled - Explore Slovenia Through Its Tastes: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Heraklion €38Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Heraklion
For Heraklion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure Safari Tour Secrets of the southern Crete : $100
- Ηeraklion Walking Tour with Archaeological Museum: $82
- 4-Hour Giouchtas Trekking Hiking Experience from Heraklion: $90
- 4x4 self drive adventure: $87
- Adventure Jeep Safari Amazing sunset : $85
- All Year Tour to Knossos Palace & Heraklion: $615
- All-Day Knossos Palace Tour & Olive Mill Visit: $692
- Archaeological Museum of Heraklion Tour: $86
- Archaeological Museum of Guided Walking Tour: $85
- Archeological Museum of Heraklion & City tour: $197
- Archeological Museum of Heraklion & Food Tasting Experience: $159
- Best Wines of Heraklion Crete - Half day Tasting Group Tour: $117
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€93
Tours and Activities in Bled
For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $166
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $107
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $96
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $287
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $73
- Rafting and Zipline Tour: $83
- Rock Climbing Adventure: $128
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHeraklion €26Bled €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Heraklion
Also in Heraklion, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ecobike Tour with Wine Tasting: $94
- Wine Tasting E-Bike Tour: $95
- Half Day Semi Private Wine Tour with Tastings: $133
- Wine Tasting-Olive Oil Factory-Traditional Villages- Small Group : $134
- Full Day-Ecobike Old Villages Tour & Wine Tasting: $142
- Semi Private Heraklion Valley Wine Tour with Lunch: $159
- The Gourmet Wine Tour of Heraklion area: $180
- Private SUV Wine Tour with Lunch: $182
- Full day Knossos Palace, Local Distillery, Lunch @ Archanes: $192
- Knossos, Olive Mill, Winery - Distillery with Tastings & Lunch : $197
- All in One - Ecobike City Tour - Food Tasting - Wine Tasting: $200
- Heraklion SUV Private Guided Wine Tour with Lunch : $216
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€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: $42
- Wine Tasting Bled: $62
- 2-Hour Interactive Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $63
- Wine Tasting Experience in Bled: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Heraklion and Bled, we can see that Heraklion 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 Heraklion would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Heraklion 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 Heraklion Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Heraklion or Bled?
Heraklion has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Heraklion 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 Heraklion 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 Heraklion or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Heraklion are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Heraklion because of the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Heraklion is generally around the same temperature as Bled. Daily temperatures in Heraklion average around 25°C (78°F), and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Bled. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Heraklion. Heraklion usually receives more sunshine than Bled during summer. Heraklion gets 366 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Heraklion usually receives less rain than Bled. Heraklion gets 1 mm (0 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 JulyHeraklion 25°C (78°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Heraklion or Bled in the Autumn?
Both Bled and Heraklion during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Heraklion this time of year.
Heraklion is a little warmer than Bled in the autumn. The daily temperature in Heraklion averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Heraklion often gets more sunshine than Bled. Heraklion gets 199 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Heraklion usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Heraklion gets 69 mm (2.7 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 OctoberHeraklion 20°C (68°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Heraklion or Bled in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Heraklion and Bled. Many travelers come to Heraklion for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Heraklion is much warmer than Bled. Typically, the winter temperatures in Heraklion in January average around 12°C (54°F), and Bled averages at about 5°C (41°F).
Heraklion usually receives more sunshine than Bled during winter. Heraklion gets 121 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Heraklion usually receives more rain than Bled. Heraklion gets 92 mm (3.6 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 JanuaryHeraklion 12°C (54°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Heraklion or Bled in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Heraklion as well as Bled. Many visitors come to Heraklion in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Heraklion is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Heraklion average around 16°C (61°F), and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Heraklion this time of the year. In the spring, Heraklion often gets more sunshine than Bled. Heraklion gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Heraklion usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Heraklion gets 30 mm (1.2 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 AprilHeraklion 16°C (61°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Heraklion
| Heraklion | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (78°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (58°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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