Which place is cheaper, Bled or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Bled?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Paros and Bled. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Paros or Bled?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
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 Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing 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 dayParos €122Bled €104
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, 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 Paros and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Bled €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Bled €112
Compare Hotels in Paros and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Paros 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: Paros Hotel Prices and Bled Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Bled €34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paros
Also for Paros, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Naxos Port-Airport To All Destinations: $54
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 Paros or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Paros 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 dayParos €45Bled €28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $91
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $103
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $105
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $114
- Paros Cooking Class: $115
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $152
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $638
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.Paros €22Bled €12
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full One-Day Tour Naxos & Heraklia: $174
- 5 Hours Private Guided Tour Around Santorini : $124
- All inclusive day sailing tour from Naxos to the small cyclades: $152
- All-Inclusive Catamaran Day Cruise: $163
- Amazing Beach Hike Tour in Paros with a Local: $151
- Antiparos & Despotiko full day cruise from Paros: $98
- Beautiful Sunset Photo Walk Tour on Paros: $162
- Catamaran Full-Day Cruise around Naxos or Paros with Lunch: $152
- Cruise from Naxos to Santorini: $81
- Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $49
- DAY CRUISE Koufonisi traditional Kaiki from Paros : $120
- Daily Cruise - Koufonissia & Rina Cave: $87
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 dayParos €25Bled €14
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos: $60
- Citron Tasting and Distillery 1-Hour Guided Tour in Naxos: $65
- 3 Hour Tour in Paros Wine Tasting: $163
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $165
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 Paros and Bled, we can see that Paros 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 Paros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paros 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 Paros Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paros or Bled?
Paros has a larger population, and is about 2% larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Paros 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.
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.