What does a packing list for 10 days in Greece look like for a couple that travels carry-on only?

After only one flight with a checked bag (we didn’t pay for) back in 2011, we have decided it was time to learn how to pack to not carry stuff we really wouldn’t need anyway. Need I to mention how many clothes were left unused from the said checked bag? Six years later, we master the art of packing light and hope this packing list for Greece will help you, too.

Greece at the end of spring and early summer means the temperatures are going to go up so you may want to wear light colors rather than dark ones. I favor earthy colors or dark green for shorts so that I don’t feel bad getting them dirty.

The below list is written with these two ideas in mind: we plan to do some laundry and we use a backpack as carry-on luggage.

The list is a complete breakdown of what we travel with. Yes, we do have a strategy (I carry the toiletries and hubby the camera), but other than that, there is nothing special about the lists.

Essentials for Her

Clothing and shoes

• 2 pairs of shorts
• 3 t-shirts
• (optional) 1-2 tank tops
• a long-sleeve t-shirt
• a summer dress
• a pair of sandals
• 7 pairs of underwear
• 7 pairs of socks
• 2 bras / sports bras
• 1 swimsuit
• clothes to stay in at the accommodation (t-shirt + 1 pair of shorts)
• (optional) a pair of flip-flops
• a sarong
• 2 bandanas

>>Check out these cute dresses for your trip to Greece

Toiletries

• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste (one for both)
• Floss
• Deodorant (unisex)
• Hair brush
• Chapstick
• Motion sickness pills
• Birth control pills (+ prescription)
• Imodium
• Ibuprofen
• Wet wipes
• Hair binder
• Tampons

Tech & Other Gear

• Mobile phone
• Fitness tracker
• Action camera (this one)
• Power bank (this one)
• Headphones
• Chargers
• Water bottle

Essentials for Him

Clothing and shoes

• 2 pairs of shorts (one of them doubles as swimsuit)
• 3 t-shirts
• a long-sleeve t-shirt
• 7 pairs of underwear
• 7 pairs of socks
• clothes to stay in at the accommodation (t-shirt + shorts)
• (optional) a pair of flip-flops

Tech & Other Gear

• Mobile phone
• Smartwatch
• Camera and lenses + filters
• Headphones
• Mini-tripod
• Power bank
• Chargers
• Water bottle

Some useful info

The trick is to always travel with the bulkiest clothes. So we fly wearing jeans (or another pair of trousers), as well as our lightweight waterproof jackets and walking shoes.

Shampoo and conditioner are always found at the accommodation, so no need to pack that. And we typically buy sunscreen once we arrive. You are not allowed to carry a razor in the hand luggage, so that’s also bought at arrival.
On the other hand, I always pack extra zip-lock bags.

Flying low cost means it’s not always possible to bring a “personal item” but there are tricks around it. WizzAir allows you if you pay for priority boarding and, on Ryanair, it is included. So, the “personal item” is also my day pack. This personal item also carries the passport, wallet (cash, debit card, driver’s license), as well as the printed boarding, passes, itinerary, schedules for public transportation, confirmations (make sure to bring your confirmation for the ferry ticket purchase to pick them up at the port!), contact numbers for accommodations, etc.

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