Bled

Bled's beginnings go back more than 1,000 years. This small town rich in history has plenty to offer visitors. Just a short drive from Ljubljana, Lake Bled is an ideal day trip. But it's also worth spending more time here. The surrounding mountains reflect on the emerald lake below. A large medieval castle forms the town's backdrop. Lake Bled's highlight is Slovenia's only natural island. Set in the middle of the pristine lake, the island houses a 15th century baroque church. It's one of Slovenia's most popular tourist attractions. But the castle and island are only two reasons to visit Lake Bled.

"A Second Eden."

Seeing Lake Bled is one of our favorite things to do in Slovenia. The area is ideal for swimming, rowing, kayaking, and rafting. You could also go hiking, enjoy a round of golf, or go fishing at Lake Bled. As a glacial lake, Bled is known for its mild climate and soothing thermal waters. While visiting Lake Bled, a short trip to Bohinj and the largest natural lake in Slovenia shouldn't be missed. Bohinj is less touristy and its surroundings are pristine. If you have time, Kranjska Gora and the Julian Alps are an easy trip. For those with a sweet tooth, Bled's famous Kremsnita pastry will also be sure to satisfy.

Things to do in Bled

While in Bled we encourage guests to make a trip to nearby Lake Bohinj, which is an easy 15-minute drive. Bled is also an ideal place to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and boating. The highlights of Bled not be missed include a visit to Bled castle and a pletna gondola boat ride to the island church in the middle of the lake. Although most of the sights are easily visited on your own, to make the most of your time in Bled we can arrange a private guide to show you the highlights around the lake and the nearby Vintgar Gorge. When we send you your customized itinerary, you will be able to choose additional excursions to include in your vacation package.

Emerald River Adventure Small Group Tour

Bohinj and Vintgar Gorge Private Tour

Bled Hot Air Balloon Small Group Tour

Julian Alps and Soca Valley Private Day Trip

Popular Tour Itineraries Featuring Bled

Name: JayWay Travel Bled Slovenia Tour Packages
Brand: JayWay Travel
Rating: 4.98 (9 reviews)

Spend some time in Bled on a tour that takes in other cities in Slovenia and neighboring countries. Our custom tour packages including Bled and other destinations throughout Slovenia and Europe make multi-city trips hassle-free. We take care of getting you from place to place, accommodation, excursions and activities.

Sumptuous Slovenian Sojourn

Bled, Bovec, Piran, Ljubljana

10 Days

from$3,050 pp^*

Active Alpine Exploration

Ljubljana, Bled, Bovec, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Munich

14 Days

from$5,050 pp^*

Slovenia & Croatia for Nature Lovers

Bled, Rovinj, Plitvice, Zadar, Split, Korcula, Dubrovnik

16 Days

from$5,825 pp^*

* Starting price is per person, in US Dollars, based on double occupancy in 3 star accommodation, in the most affordable month an itinerary is offered. Airfare to Europe is not included.

Click on your choice of itinerary, select number of travelers in your party, month of travel, and desired star level of accommodation to get an approximate price. Submit the enquiry form with any additional details and we can start planning your customized trip.

Where to stay in Bled

The idyllic surroundings of Lake Bled mean that our hand-picked selection of the Bled's best hotels are all the kind of places where the stay itself is a large part of your enjoyment. You'll be able to choose from well-appointed classic lakeside villas, to the excitement of sleeping under canvas, or even in a treehouse in an eco-friendly glamping resort. Once we start preparing your customized itinerary, we will present our recommended options for you to select from.

Historical Boutique Hotel

This hotel is a 5 minutes drive from the center of Bled and offers a traditional charming stay with great lake views. Free parking & easy to find.

Luxury Design Hotel

5-star luxury and comfort in a perfect position on beautiful Lake Bled!

Modern Hotel

A peaceful retreat in the heart of beautiful Bled that parys attention to sustainability.

What we love about Bled

Ivana

Team Leader for Greece & Turkey

Talking about fairy-tale places, this is really one of those. Don't know if I like it better in spring when everything is green and blooming or in the winter when it is covered in white - it is always magical and charming to me. I love walking around the lake, taking a boat, and just enjoying the peace and tranquility Bled has to offer.

Antonia

Operations Executive

Picture-perfect Bled is all that. No trip to Slovenia should be planned without visiting this magnificent place. Serene and green, beautiful and romantic, it will reward you with the nicest memories. I dare you to come and experience it.

Josipa

Team Leader for France, Benelux & Switzerland

Enchantingly beautiful, a lake Bled will leave you speechless. There is so much serenity in this place and the scenery is unreal. I visited Bled only once, but the images are engraved into my memory for a lifetime. I would like to come back again to enjoy the long walks by the lake or just read some books from the hotel terrace.

Glowing Reviews from Our Guests

5.0 / 5

Average of our Guest's Ratings of our trip packages including Bled, based on 9 reviews

Jacquelin, Jordan, James, Reid, Michael & Reagan

Illinois

It was such a pleasure working with jayway! Everything was very organized and easy to follow.

Year : 2024
Visited : Slovenia, Italy
Itinerary : Ljubljana, Bled, Bovec, Venice
Rating :

5 / 5

Leia, Brandon, Natalie & Averie

From planning start to our trip finish, we felt so well-taken care of. Everyone made our trip so easy and stress free. We will be stationed in Europe for three more years and are now planning to use Jayway for more trips.

Year : 2023
Visited : Croatia, Slovenia
Itinerary : Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice, Bled
Rating :

5 / 5

Holly & Mark

California

JayWay takes care of everything and has very well planned out itineraries. The research done ahead of time really makes for a seamless onsite experience. They accommodate changing interests and can deviate from original plans without making a big deal about changes. For a busy business owner, this is how I like to travel! :)

Year : 2023
Visited : Croatia, Slovenia
Itinerary : Split, Rovinj, Bovec, Bled, Plitvice, Split
Rating :

5 / 5

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Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Bled

What are typical prices in Bled?

A proper meal with a drink costs between $22 and $27 per person. Tickets for museums vary between $10 and $15 per person.

How can I get around Bled?

Lake Bled is easy to get around. It can be circumnavigated by foot over the course of a scenic hour, or you can easily find rental bikes in the town of Bled. There is also a tourist road train that drives around Lake Bled every day in the summer season (June-September) and on weekends in spring and fall (May and October). The train schedule is available at stops around the lake. Traditional transport to the island of Bled is via small wooden boats known as Pletnas. The Pletnas dock at the Health Park under Hotel Park, and at the Rowing Center, and cost €15 per person.