Packing list walking holidays

Our complete printable checklist for your walking holiday.

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Start your walking holiday well prepared

Good preparation makes your walking holiday much more enjoyable. With this complete printable checklist, you are well prepared whether you choose easy day walks or multi-day walking holidays where luggage transport is sometimes included.

What will you find in this packing list?

  • Suitable clothing and comfortable walking shoes
  • Essentials for different weather conditions
  • Items for onderweg and your day backpack
  • Personal items and practical tips

This packing list is based on the walking holidays offered by Travel2Move and helps you travel light, comfortably and well prepared.

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What should you bring on a walking holiday?

Good preparation is essential for a successful walking holiday. Whether you choose short walks or multi-day walking holidays, bringing the right items ensures comfort and enjoyment along the way. During many walking holidays, luggage transport is sometimes included, so you only need a light day backpack during the day and can walk in comfort.

The rest of your luggage is then transferred from one accommodation to the next. This makes a walking holiday suitable for both beginners and experienced walkers.

The complete packing list for a walking holiday

Walking Shoes & Equipment

  • Good walking shoes (well broken in)
  • Walking socks (preferably merino or technical)
  • Lightweight day backpack
  • Walking poles (optional)
  • Rain cover for backpack
  • Water bottle or hydration system
  • Sun cap or hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Headlamp or small flashlight
  • First aid kit (plasters, blister plasters, sports tape, painkillers)
  • Insect spray

Clothing (layers)

  • Breathable walking shirt
  • Walking trousers (convertible if preferred)
  • Thermal shirt (for cooler weather)
  • Rain jacket
  • Rain trousers
  • Wind jacket or fleece
  • Underwear
  • Evening clothing
  • Comfortable shoes or slippers
  • Swimwear (if applicable)

Toiletries & Hygiene

  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Shampoo and shower gel
  • Deodorant
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm with SPF
  • Personal medication
  • Small towel or microfibre towel
  • Hand washing detergent
  • Small clothesline

Electronics

  • Smartphone
  • Charger
  • Power bank
  • Camera (optional)
  • Travel adapter (for walking holidays abroad)

Documents & Money

  • ID card or passport
  • Travel2Move travel documents
  • Health insurance card
  • Insurance information
  • Debit card or credit card
  • Cash
  • Copies of important documents (digital or paper)

Foods & drinks

  • Energy snacks such as bars, nuts or dried fruit
  • Water or sports drink
  • Electrolytes for warm days
  • Reusable water bottle

Extra useful

  • Sunglasses
  • Waist bag or small backpack
  • Notebook and pen
  • Book or e-reader
  • Earplugs

Carefree walking with Travel2Move

With this complete packing list, you are well prepared for your walking holiday with Travel2Move. Whether you choose relaxed day walks or multi-day walking holidays, the right equipment helps you walk comfortably and without worries. On some walking holidays, luggage transport is included, so during the day you only need a light day backpack and can fully enjoy the surroundings.

Print this packing list or save it digitally, so you do not forget anything and can start your trip fully prepared.

A combination of suitable walking clothing, basic equipment, first aid essentials, personal care items and documents. You can find the complete printable checklist in our PDF packing list for walking holidays.

This depends on the walking holiday. On some trips, luggage transport is included and you only walk with a light day backpack. On other walking holidays, you carry your own luggage yourself. This is always clearly stated in the trip details.

Yes, the packing list is clear and practical, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced walkers.

Yes, the PDF is specially designed to be printed.

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