Generic Packing List
Below is a generic packing list for your consideration – but again, it’s always best to check the itinerary-specific information available for every Tauck trip.
Clothing:
- Comfortable, casual wear for sightseeing in limited colors that can be mixed and matched
- A slightly dressy outfit for a special evening (for men, a blazer or sport coat, chinos and polo shirt, for example; for women, a skirt and a casually dressy top or a simple dress)
- A light to medium sweater and a light jacket or windbreaker for layering
- In humid climates, bring loose-fitting clothes made of natural fibers
- In colder climates, bring layers that you can add or subtract as the day warms up or the nights cool down
- Swimsuit with cover-up
- Athletic gear for working out (optional)
Shoes:
- Comfortable, broken-in, supportive walking shoes or sandals
- Casually dressy shoes for evening
- Athletic shoes for workouts (optional)
Accessories: Glasses and/or contact lenses, sunglasses, hat, alarm clock, batteries and chargers for small electronics and phone, camera and memory cards.
Prescriptions: A supply sufficient for the entire trip and a copy of your prescription(s) in your carry-on bag; extra pair of prescription glasses.
Sundries: Sun, lip and insect protection, preferred over-the-counter medications for upset stomach, pain reliever or allergies, preferred personal hygiene products, contact lens solution and beauty items.
Miscellaneous:
- Umbrella / rain jacket
- A tote bag that folds into its own zippered pouch – handy for shopping or bringing back souvenirs
- Emergency contact phone numbers; addresses for sending postcards.
- Cash, ATM card
- Photograph of luggage contents in case of loss
- Sealable plastic bags for stowing small liquid containers
- Travel documents or confirmation numbers, passport, Frequent Flyer cards, medical insurance cards, business cards (to exchange with friends made along the way)
- Binoculars