A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sundborn vs. Bled for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sundborn 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 Sundborn 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: Sundborn or Bled?

Sundborn

Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.

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 Family-Friendly Tours to Sweden, The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ljubljana, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Ljubljana.


Which place is cheaper, Bled or Sundborn?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Sundborn is $0.00, while the average daily cost in Bled is $0.00. 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 Sundborn and Bled in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
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  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sundborn $0.00
    Bled $0.00
Compare Hotels in Sundborn and Bled

Looking for a hotel in Sundborn 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 Sundborn


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.
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Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bled

Also for Bled, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Bohinj to Ljubljana Airport (LJU): $165
  • Private transfer from Tolmin to Ljubljana city: $206

Is it cheaper to fly into Sundborn or Bled?

Prices for flights to both Bled and Sundborn 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
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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.
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Typical Entertainment Prices in Bled

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


  • Rafting
    $99

Tours and Activities in Bled

For Bled, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $42
  • From Self-Guided E-Bike Tour to Vintgar Gorge: $53
  • Motorcycle Tours in Slovenia: $55
  • Bled Slovenia: 3–Hour Rafting Experience: $59
  • Lake Sava River Rafting Experience with Hotel Pickup: $59
  • 3-Hour Family-Friendly Rafting Adventure: $59
  • Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Tour: $63
  • From Ljubljana: Lake Bled and Bled Castle Tour: $65
  • Winter Triglav National Park Adventure - Half day trip from Bled: $71
  • Guided Kayaking Tour in a Transparent Kayak: $74
  • Guided Clear Kayak Tour in Bled: $75
  • Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour: $75

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
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Typical Alcohol Prices in Bled

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


  • 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 comparing the travel costs between Sundborn and Bled, we can see that Sundborn is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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



When is the best time to visit Sundborn or Bled?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Sundborn or Bled in the Summer?

Both Bled and Sundborn during the summer are popular places to visit.

Sundborn is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Sundborn averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

Sundborn usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Bled. Sundborn gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Sundborn 17°C (63°F) 
    Bled 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Bled in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Sundborn and Bled.

In the autumn, Sundborn is much colder than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sundborn in October average around 6°C (44°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).

In October, Sundborn usually receives less rain than Bled. Sundborn gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Sundborn 6°C (44°F) 
    Bled 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Bled in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Sundborn as well as Bled.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Sundborn. In January, Sundborn is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Sundborn average around -6°C (20°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

Sundborn usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Sundborn gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Sundborn -6°C (20°F) 
    Bled 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Sundborn or Bled in the Spring?

Both Bled and Sundborn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Sundborn can get quite cold in the spring. Sundborn is much colder than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Sundborn averages around 4°C (40°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

In April, Sundborn usually receives less rain than Bled. Sundborn gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Sundborn 4°C (40°F) 
    Bled 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Bled and Sundborn

Sundborn Bled
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -6°C (20°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 5°C (41°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Feb -6°C (22°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 7°C (44°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mar -1°C (30°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 9°C (49°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Apr 4°C (40°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 13°C (56°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
May 11°C (51°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 18°C (64°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 16°C (60°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 22°C (71°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jul 17°C (63°F) 76 mm (3 in) 24°C (75°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 24°C (74°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Sep 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (68°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Oct 6°C (44°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (60°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Nov 0°C (32°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 10°C (51°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec -5°C (24°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 6°C (44°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)