Packing for a family holiday is easier with a checklist. Use this list and adjust it for the weather and length of your trip.
Documents
- Photo ID for every adult and ID or birth certificate for children
- Passports, visas and travel insurance for trips abroad
- Flight, train and hotel confirmations
- Copies of documents saved on phone and email
- Emergency contact list
Clothes
Pack outfits by day and choose clothes that mix and match. For hill stations like Himachal or Kashmir, carry thermals, jackets, gloves and caps. For beaches like Goa, pack light cotton clothes, swimwear and sun hats.
Medicines and health
Carry regular medicines with prescriptions, along with basic medicines for fever, cold, motion sickness and stomach upsets. Add sunscreen, mosquito repellent, sanitiser and a small first aid kit.
For children
Pack snacks, a refillable water bottle, wet wipes, a favourite toy or book and a change of clothes in the cabin bag. For babies, carry enough diapers and food for delays.
Gadgets
Phone chargers, a power bank in cabin baggage, a universal adapter for international trips and headphones for children. Read our baggage rules for what goes where.
Packing tips
- Use packing cubes to organise clothes by person
- Keep one change of clothes in the cabin bag
- Weigh bags before leaving home
- Leave space for shopping
- Label every bag with name and phone number
Pack the cabin bag as if your checked bag will arrive a day late. You will travel without worry.
Packing for international trips
Check the weather forecast for your destination, pack a universal travel adapter, and carry a small amount of local currency for arrival. Keep passports, visas and insurance in a dedicated travel pouch that stays in your cabin bag at all times.
Packing for pilgrimages
For trips such as the Char Dham Yatra or Vaishno Devi, pack comfortable walking shoes, warm layers, rain protection and modest clothes. A small backpack is easier than a suitcase on trek routes.
Packing for beach holidays
Carry swimwear, quick dry clothes, flip flops, sunglasses, a hat and reef safe sunscreen. A waterproof phone pouch is useful for boat trips and water sports in places like Goa, Andaman and the Maldives.
Final check before leaving home
- Documents and tickets
- Wallet, cards and forex card
- Phone, chargers and power bank
- Medicines
- House locked, appliances switched off and a neighbour informed
Plan your family holiday
Our family tour packages are planned for comfort, with easy travel times and family rooms. Call +91 9099012983.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What should I pack for a hill station trip?
Thermals, jackets, gloves, caps, comfortable shoes, medicines and a rain jacket in the monsoon.
2. What documents do children need for travel?
An ID or birth certificate for domestic travel, and a passport and visa for international travel.
3. Can I carry medicines abroad?
Yes, carry them in original packing with prescriptions, as some medicines are restricted in some countries.
4. How do I avoid excess baggage?
Weigh bags at home, pack light and pre book extra baggage online if needed.