Which place is cheaper, Bled or Vladivostok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok and Bled can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Vladivostok or Bled?
Vladivostok
Vladivostok is a port city on Russia's Pacific coastline and the eastern terminus of the Trans-Siberian Railway. Many people visit the city as the beginning or end of their journey on the railway, but there are some attractions to the city itself worth visiting.
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 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 dayVladivostok $54Bled $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Vladivostok is $54, 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 Vladivostok and Bled in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVladivostok $27Bled $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVladivostok $54Bled $120
Compare Hotels in Vladivostok and Bled
Looking for a hotel in Vladivostok 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.Vladivostok $10Bled $37
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 Vladivostok or Bled?
Prices for flights to both Bled and Vladivostok 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 dayVladivostok $17Bled $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.Vladivostok $15Bled $13
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:
- 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
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVladivostok $11Bled $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 Vladivostok and Bled, we can see that Bled is more expensive. And not only is Vladivostok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vladivostok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vladivostok Expensive? and Is Bled Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vladivostok or Bled?
Vladivostok has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Bled. When comparing the sizes of Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok or Bled in the Summer?
Both Bled and Vladivostok during the summer are popular places to visit.
Vladivostok is cooler than Bled in the summer. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Bled fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Bled, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Vladivostok often gets less sunshine than Bled. Vladivostok gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 288 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vladivostok. Vladivostok usually gets more rain in July than Bled. Vladivostok gets 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVladivostok 19°C (67°F)Bled 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Vladivostok or Bled in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vladivostok and Bled.
In the autumn, Vladivostok is much colder than Bled. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vladivostok in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Bled averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In Vladivostok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vladivostok usually receives more sunshine than Bled during autumn. Vladivostok gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vladivostok usually receives less rain than Bled. Vladivostok gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVladivostok 10°C (50°F)Bled 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Vladivostok or Bled in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vladivostok as well as Bled.
Vladivostok can be very cold during winter. In January, Vladivostok is generally much colder than Bled. Daily temperatures in Vladivostok average around -11°C (11°F), and Bled fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In the winter, Vladivostok often gets more sunshine than Bled. Vladivostok gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bled receives 96 hours of full sun.
Vladivostok usually gets less rain in January than Bled. Vladivostok gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Bled receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVladivostok -11°C (11°F)Bled 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Vladivostok or Bled in the Spring?
Both Bled and Vladivostok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Vladivostok is much colder than Bled in the spring. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 6°C (44°F) in April, and Bled fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
Vladivostok usually receives more sunshine than Bled during spring. Vladivostok gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Bled receives 177 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vladivostok usually receives less rain than Bled. Vladivostok gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Bled receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVladivostok 6°C (44°F)Bled 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Bled and Vladivostok
| Vladivostok | Bled | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -11°C (11°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -9°C (17°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (31°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (44°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (71°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Dec | -8°C (18°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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