Packing for Europe

Everything you may need when traveling to Ireland, Scotland, England, Wales, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain, France or Germany.

If you're traveling to Switzerland or the Nordic Countries, please view their specific lists here

Want a printable copy to check-off as you go? Print here.

CLOTHING

  • Shirts/blouses (long and short sleeved)

  • Shoes (sneakers/waterproof boots)

  • Waterproof jacket with hood (year-round)

  • Swimsuit (seasonal)

  • Pajamas 

  • Underwear & socks

  • Sweater/cardigan

  • Pants/shorts/jeans/capris

  • Gloves, scarf & hat (seasonal)

  • Jacket/dress (upscale dining) 

  • Activewear (based on itinerary)

 MONEY/DOCUMENTS

  • Small purse/wallet (keep close to you)
  • Debit/credit cards (credit card required for car rentals)
  • Foreign currency (please visit https://info.tenontours.com/knowledge/money-traveling for exchange tips) 
  • Tenon Tours travel vouchers
  • Drivers license/photo ID
  • Passport (original & photocopy for backup)
  • Flight confirmation info
  • Travel protection/insurance information

ELECTRONICS

  • Camera, GoPro & related gear
  • Laptop/tablet (if preferred for business travel) 
  • E-book reader
  • All chargers necessary
  • Type G adaptor/converter

TOILETRIES

  • General toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrush/paste, floss, deodorant, lotion and/or sunscreen)
  • Medicine (enough for duration of trip & kept in original bottle)
  • Necessary medical equipment
  • Grooming/beauty essentials (shaving cream, brush, makeup, feminine products) 
  • Glasses/contacts/sunglasses
  • Washcloth

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Yoga mat & props (based on itinerary)
  • Backpack/daypack
  • Reusable water bottle 
  • Watch/alarm clock 
  • Earplugs
  • Neck pillow
  • Resealable plastic baggies
  • Sewing kit and/or first aid kit
  • Travel guides/maps
  • Jewelry
  • Journal & pen