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• Good walking shoes are critical: This program features many included tours that follow
steep, unpaved or cobbled routes; and even an average day of light sightseeing or
shopping can put great demands on your feet. If you prefer more ankle support, take
light hiking boots. In case you get caught in the rain, we suggest you bring an extra pair
of walking shoes, and rain boots or galoshes. Aboard ship, you’ll want non-slip shoes
with rubber soles.
• Proper attire in churches: To satisfy dress codes for Italian churches, men and women
are requested to cover their arms and legs. No shorts above the knees or sleeveless
garments please. Women wearing sleeveless blouses can cover their bare arms with
a scarf. It’s no longer necessary for women to cover their heads. Pantsuits are now
acceptable in churches.
What to Bring
We have included suggestions from Trip Leaders and former travelers to help you pack. These
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requirements. You may also want to consult the “Climate” chapter of this handbook.
Recommended Clothing
T Shirts: A mixture of short and long-sleeved shirts to layer
T Trousers, jeans, or skirts
T Comfortable walking shoes and/or water resistant shoes
T Light rain jacket/windbreaker with hood
T Sleepwear
T Socks and undergarments
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deodorant, etc.
T Spare eyeglasses/contact lenses and your prescription
T Sunglasses with a neck strap
T Compact umbrella
T Wide-brim sun hat with chin strap
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