The Bag

• 20–30L backpack or small roller you can lift yourself.
• Front pocket for documents and chargers.

Clothes (Mix & Match)

• 3 tops + 2 bottoms (neutral colors)
• 1 light layer (hoodie or cardigan)
• 1 nicer outfit (simple dress/shirt)
• 4–5 underwear + 3 socks
• Sleepwear + compact rain jacket
• Shoes: wear the bulkiest; pack 1 light pair

Laundry tip: Wash mid-trip with a hotel sink pack or quick-dry soap.

Toiletries (100 ml rule)

• Toothbrush, mini toothpaste, deodorant
• Small liquid set (face wash, moisturizer, sunscreen)
• Hairbrush/comb, lip balm, tiny first-aid kit

Tech & Docs

• Phone + charger + power bank
• Adaptor (Type A/C/G as needed)
• Passport, visa (if required), travel insurance PDF
• Offline maps + booking PDFs in one phone folder

Personal Items

• Reusable water bottle (empty at security)
• Snacks (nuts, bars)
• Small tote for day trips

What Not to Bring

• “Just in case” outfits you never wear
• Full-size liquids
• Heavy books (use an e-reader or phone)

Sample Weights

• Clothes: ~3–4 kg • Toiletries: ~0.5 kg • Tech/docs: ~0.6 kg • Bag: ~1–2 kg
• Target total: 6–8 kg (fits most carry-on rules)