Which place is cheaper, Bled or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Bled?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
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 Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, 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 dayPamukkale $156Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, 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 Pamukkale and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Bled $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
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 Pamukkale or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Bled $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.Pamukkale $54Bled $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
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 dayPamukkale $15Bled $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 Pamukkale and Bled, we can see that Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Bled?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 92% larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Bled in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Bled.
In the summer, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pamukkale in July average around 28°C (82°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. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bled during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Bled. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 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 JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Bled.
In October, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Bled. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 19°C (67°F), and Bled fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bled. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in October than Bled. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 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 OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Winter?
Both Bled and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Pamukkale is much warmer than Bled in the winter. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Bled during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Bled. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 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 JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Pamukkale is a little warmer than Bled. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pamukkale in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Bled averages at about 13°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Bled. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in April than Bled. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (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 AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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