Switzerland and Dolomites

Recommended Clothing -

  • Hiking shoes/boots

  • Hiking socks (wool/blend)

  • Long sleeve shirts (1-2)

  • T-shirts (wicking is best, 4-5)

  • Hiking pants or shorts (3-4)

  • Fleece or soft-shell jacket

  • Warmer coat (puffy, packable)

  • Rain Jacket (rain pants are a good idea too!)

  • Lightweight gloves

  • Knit hat or headband for cooler weather

  • Brimmed hat for sun protection

  • Casual pants/ jeans for evenings

  • Casual shirts for dinners

  • Casual shoes/sandals for after hikes

  • Underclothing/regular socks

  • Sleepwear

  • Swimsuit (for spas)

Recommended Gear

  • Backpack (22-28 Liter) with rain cover and hip belt recommended

  • Trekking Poles

  • 1-2 liter water bottle

  • Sunglasses

  • Headlamp and powerbank for Obersteinberg if you are on a Private Alps (Switzerland) tour (there is no electricity at this hotel)

  • Personal Toiletries such as hairbrush, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen, lip balm, hand sanitizer, shaving stuff, etc. Hotels have hair dryers, shampoo, and soap. (not at mountain hotel - Switzerland night 2)

  • Simple first aid supplies such as Band-Aids, blister aid, Neosporin, Ibuprofen, cold medicine, etc.

  • Personal medication as prescribed, in the original packaging with your name on it – remember to pack your meds in your carry-on luggage

  • Laundry soap for handwashing clothes at hotels

  • Swiss plug adapter (Europlug–type C)

  • Chargers for phones/electronic items

Try not to pack too much. Most people choose to check a suitcase for the transatlantic flight and use their small backpack as a carry-on piece.