Which place is cheaper, Bled or Orkney Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Orkney Islands or Bled?
Orkney Islands
The Orkney Islands are located off the north coast of mainland Scotland, offering incredible sights and activities set against the Atlantic Ocean. Having been inhabited for over 5,000 years, Orkney is an archaeologist's dream as ancient relics are discovered all the time, meaning there are endless places for tourists to explore. The best time to visit Orkney is from May-October, when temperatures tend to stay between 50-65° Fahrenheit and rainfall is at it's lowest. Although, with their location on the sea, rain and heavy winds are very common, so be sure to always have waterproof clothing and shoes around!
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 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, 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 dayOrkney Islands £128Bled £89
The average daily cost (per person) in Orkney Islands is £128, 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 Orkney Islands and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOrkney Islands £60Bled £48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOrkney Islands £120Bled £96
Compare Hotels in Orkney Islands and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Orkney Islands 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: Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Orkney Islands £56Bled £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 Orkney Islands or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Orkney Islands 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 dayOrkney Islands £34Bled £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
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Orkney Islands £27Bled £11
Tours and Activities in Orkney Islands
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orkney Islands.
- From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour: $275
- Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall : $246
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£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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOrkney Islands £6.43Bled £12
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£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 Orkney Islands and Bled, we can see that Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Orkney Islands and Bled. Many travelers come to Orkney Islands for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Orkney Islands is much colder than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Orkney Islands in July average around 12°C (54°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. Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Bled during summer. Orkney Islands gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Orkney Islands usually receives less rain than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 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 JulyOrkney Islands 12°C (54°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Orkney Islands as well as Bled. Many visitors come to Orkney Islands in the autumn for the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Orkney Islands is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Orkney Islands average around 9°C (48°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the autumn, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 73 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Orkney Islands receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Orkney Islands usually gets more rain in October than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 116 mm (4.6 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 OctoberOrkney Islands 9°C (48°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Orkney Islands are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Orkney Islands for the museums and the cuisine during these months.
Orkney Islands can be very cold during winter. Orkney Islands is cooler than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Orkney Islands averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Bled during winter. Orkney Islands gets 29 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Orkney Islands. In January, Orkney Islands usually receives more rain than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 106 mm (4.2 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 JanuaryOrkney Islands 4°C (39°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Orkney Islands during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Orkney Islands because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Orkney Islands is much colder than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Orkney Islands in April average around 6°C (43°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In the spring, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Orkney Islands usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 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 AprilOrkney Islands 6°C (43°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Orkney Islands
| Orkney Islands | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (40°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 113 mm (4.4 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.