Luggage
You can check two pieces of luggage on the airlines and carry-on one small bag. It is good to have locks for your luggage once we are in India and on the road and there are currently locks available with a security key that airline security can now open for inspections.

For this trip it will be a good idea to pack pretty light. I would suggest a large backpack and a duffle bag with wheels on it. For the trekking leg of the journey, we will just take the backpack and leave the duffle behind.

Each person has been assigned a "number" which will be used to identify luggage and rooms in hotels, etc. We will let you know what your number is upon arrival. A tag will be fixed to each piece of your luggage with your "number" indicated on it. This will expedite receiving your luggage wherever you go.

Packing list
Travel as light as possible without depriving yourself of your needs. Here is a compiled list of things one might bring to India . But remember for this trip "Less is More". Most items on the following list are probably available in India . However, you don't want to spend your time trying to find out how and where to get what you could have easily had with you with some forethought.
•  1 Bath towel (there are thin hand size towels at outdoor stores that are very absorbant)
•  Bathing suit (one piece with shorts for the ladies)
•  Well worn hiking boots or Athletic shoes
•  Shower shoes
•  Small locks for your bags
•  Ear plugs
•  Feminine hygiene necessities
•  Flashlight or "torch" as it is called there. Headlamps are very handy.
•  Batteries or "cells" as they are called there.
•  Head covering (required in all Gurdwaras)
•  Kleenex packets or toilet paper (carry some t.p. with you at all times)
•  Liquid cold water laundry soap (little packets are good)
•  travel pillow
•  Reading material
•  Sunglasses, visor
•  Sunscreen
•  Lip Moisturizer
•  Swiss army knife (do not pack in your carry on for the plane or it will be confiscated.)
•  Toiletries and sundries
•  Travel Alarm Clock
•  Sleeping eye mask
•  Voltage converters to 220 for electrical appliances, if you are bringing
•  European plug adaptor if you have electronic items
•  Wash 'N Dries or Wet Ones
•  Yoga mat or sheepskin (you may also use the hotel blankets for this purpose)
•  Shawl (very easily purchased there)
•  Medical supplies
•  Snacks (trail mix, power bars, granola and such)
•  Camel back (water pouch back pack contraption)
•  Warm Coat (down, waterproof is good)
•  Rain gear (pancho, rain parka)
•  sleeping bag
•  gloves, warm hat and good socks

Clothing Note Again
India is a very modest society and it is appropriate to dress so. It is going to be extremely hot when we arrive in New Delhi but will cool off as we head higher up the mountains. In Delhi it is fine for men to wear tank tops and long shorts but more appropriate for women not to. No tight tee shirts or short skirts. Indian styled clothing or pants with tunics work best for India . Readymade Indian clothing will be available to purchase at reasonable prices. Please note that head coverings are required for entering temples and Gurdwaras.

Shoes are taken off outside of temples or Gurdwaras. Sandals and slip-ons are the most convenient footwear. In sandals your feet will get very dirty. It is not very fashionable but sandals and socks are a good combination. Flip-flops are considered more of a shower shoe, so not so good to wear in public - Tewas, with the straps are a good call. You will need to have a good pair of hiking boots or athletic shoe for the trek. Please make sure that they are well broken in. Bring a bathing suit (one piece with shorts for women) or kutcheras for dipping. Bring at least one outfit for special occasions.

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