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Carry-on Bag

You are allowed one carry-on bag per person. We suggest a tote or small backpack that can be
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camera, etc—during your daily activities.

Locks

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luggage unlocked. Outside of the U.S. we strongly recommend locking your luggage as a
theft-prevention measure.

Clothing Suggestions

Functional Tips

As you will experience a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions, we suggest
several layers of clothing. If you like to hand-wash your clothes, look for fabrics that will dry
out overnight. You can buy clothing designed especially for travel, with features like wrinkle-
resistant fabric or built-in sun protection.

• Footwear: You’ll be on your feet a lot during the trip, and walking over some rough and
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Style Hints
• Dress on our trip is functional and casual.

• Your dress should be somewhat conservative in order to be respectful of the local
culture. Sleeveless tops for ladies are acceptable in the larger cities in India and Nepal,
but are not appropriate in the small villages, or in temples, or in Bhutan. Very short
shorts (on men or women) and mini-skirts are considered disrespectful, and will draw
unwanted attention.

• Leather not allowed in some temples. Since the cow is a sacred animal in the Hindu
religion, many Indians do not wear leather. It is OK for you to wear leather on the
street, and small leather items (belts and wallets) will usually be allowed in Hindu
temples. However, temple attendants my ask that you leave large leather items—such as
handbags—at the entrance, so consider bringing a cloth or canvas bag instead.

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.

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