A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Loch Lomond National Park vs. Bled for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Loch Lomond National Park 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 Loch Lomond National Park 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: Loch Lomond National Park or Bled?

Loch Lomond National Park

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park lies just north west of Glasgow. It is the fourth largest national park within the British Isles and has a population of 15,600 people. The park is full of mountains, lochs, and wildlife. This park attracts active travelers that are interested in camping, hiking, exploring, and other outdoor sports. However, it can also be a very relaxing area as it offers quaint bed and breakfast accommodations tucked away in the woods.

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


Which place is cheaper, Bled or Loch Lomond National Park?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Loch Lomond National Park is £61, while the average daily cost in Bled is £89. 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 Loch Lomond National Park and Bled in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Loch Lomond National Park £31
    Bled £48
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Loch Lomond National Park £62
    Bled £96
Compare Hotels in Loch Lomond National Park and Bled

Looking for a hotel in Loch Lomond National Park 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 Loch Lomond National Park


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: Bled Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Loch Lomond National Park £20
    Bled £29

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 Loch Lomond National Park or Bled?

Prices for flights to both Bled and Loch Lomond National Park 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
    Loch Lomond National Park £15
    Bled £24

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Loch Lomond National Park £16
    Bled £11

Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled

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


  • Rafting
    £79

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
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Loch Lomond National Park £3.93
    Bled £12

Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled

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


  • Bottle of Champagne
    £15

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 Loch Lomond National Park and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Loch Lomond National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Loch Lomond National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Loch Lomond National Park 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 Loch Lomond National Park.

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