Which place is cheaper, Bled or Karlovy Vary?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Karlovy Vary or Bled?
Karlovy Vary
Founded in 1370, Karlovy Vary translates to "Charles' Bath" for its founder Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor, as well as its famous hot springs. It is located in Bohemia in the western Czech Republic and is also known as Karlsbad (German) or Carlsbad (English). Another highlight is the International Film Festival in July with draws celebrities and other film enthusiasts worldwide.
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 Cultural Tours in Czech Republic, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Czech Republic, 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 dayKarlovy Vary $81Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Karlovy Vary is $81, while the average daily cost in Bled is $112. 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 Karlovy Vary and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarlovy Vary $39Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarlovy Vary $78Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Karlovy Vary and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Karlovy Vary 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: Karlovy Vary Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karlovy Vary $26Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Karlovy Vary
Also for Karlovy Vary, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $128
- Private Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague, English-speaking driver: $120
- Private Transfer Karlovy Vary to Prague Vaclav Havel Airport : $66
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: $206
- Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Karlovy Vary or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Karlovy Vary 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 dayKarlovy Vary $26Bled $30
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: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karlovy Vary $12Bled $13
Tours and Activities in Karlovy Vary
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Karlovy Vary.
- A day in the life of Karlovy Vary - Private tour with a local: $224
- Full-Day Private Karlovy Vary Tour from Prague: $298
- Karlovy Vary & Marianske Lazne Tour from Prague with Lunch: $112
- Karlovy Vary Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $209
- Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $35
- Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $32
- Private Walking Tour: $227
- LOCATION: Karlovy Vary City Tour: $255
- Prague: Karlovy Vary Tour with Lunch and Moser Museum Visit: $77
- Private Tour to Karlovy Vary: $353
- Private tour of best of Karlovy Vary - Sightseeing, Food & Culture with a local: $168
- Touristic highlights of Karlovy Vary on a Private half day tour with a local: $168
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$99
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: $153
- 7 Alpine Wonders- Day Tour Bled, Soca valley, Slovenia : $167
- Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
- Bled eBike Tour: $80
- Bled eBike Tour : $108
- Bled lake day tour from Ljubljana: $91
- 3-Hour Exclusive Lake Bled Canyoning Adventure: $159
- 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
- EBike Tour Lake Bled & Triglav National Park Private: $289
- Guided Canyoning Tour with Transport: $96
- Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
- Rafting and Zipline Tour: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarlovy Vary $6.54Bled $15
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$19
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: $43
- 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 Karlovy Vary and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Karlovy Vary much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karlovy Vary would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karlovy Vary 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 Bled would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bled than you might in Karlovy Vary.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karlovy Vary Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karlovy Vary or Bled?
Karlovy Vary has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary 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 Karlovy Vary or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Karlovy Vary and Bled.
Karlovy Vary is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bled this time of the year. In Karlovy Vary, it's very sunny this time of the year. Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Bled during summer. Karlovy Vary gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 61 mm (2.4 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 JulyKarlovy Vary 20°C (68°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Karlovy Vary as well as Bled.
In the autumn, Karlovy Vary is cooler than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Karlovy Vary in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 48 mm (1.9 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 OctoberKarlovy Vary 11°C (51°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Karlovy Vary are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Karlovy Vary can be very cold during winter. In January, Karlovy Vary is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Karlovy Vary average around 1°C (33°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Karlovy Vary gets 58 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 38 mm (1.5 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 JanuaryKarlovy Vary 1°C (33°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Karlovy Vary during the spring are popular places to visit.
Karlovy Vary is cooler than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 151 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Karlovy Vary gets 53 mm (2.1 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 AprilKarlovy Vary 10°C (50°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Karlovy Vary
| Karlovy Vary | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.