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10 days in Peru (advice please)

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Hello, I am spending 10 days in Peru in May. I usually pack light but I don't have a lot of experience packing layers for changing weather. Also, because of the high altitude, I want to make sure I don't overpack and carry unnecessary items. I am open/plan to do laundry.

Thanks a lot for your help!

Itinerary: Cusco --> Sacred Valley-->Ollanta --> AC/MP --> Ollanta --> Cusco --> Lima

Actvity: light hikes, sight seeing, restaurants (1-2 upscale ones)

My proposed packing list:

Bag:

  • Backpack 40L + Daypack 15L

Clothing (Top):

  • 2 x dryfit/active t-shirts
  • 2 x cotton t-shirts
  • 1 x LS dryfit/active shirt
  • 2 x cotton LS shirt
  • 1 x fleece (1/4 zip) ---> Should I pack more? I plan to buy some there, but not sure if I should pack 2 at least
  • 1 x rain jacket (water resistant)
  • Should I pack: 1 x Uniqlo light down jacket? Or I can get away with midlayer and rain jacket?

Clothing (Bottom):

  • 1 x Jeans (clean, not distresed) --> Can I wear jeans to upscale restaurants? that's mainly why I pack them
  • 2 x Yoga pants
  • 1 x Jogger pants

Clothing (Other):

  • Swimsuit
  • Sunglasses, Hat
  • 7 x undies
  • 5 x socks
  • 4 x sports bras
  • 1 x bra
  • Should I pack: thin gloves, beanie? given I wont be doing multi day hiking. Still deciding on Rainbow mountain and other hikes, but going to Machu Picchu for sure.
  • 1 x Running shoes
  • 1 x Beige Sneakers --> Can I wear these into upscale restaurants? or do I need more dressy shoes?

Personal Care:

  • Sunscreen, Skincare lotions
  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant
  • Should I bring: shower gel/shampoo? do hotel/hostels provide them?
  • Eye mask and ear plugs
  • Wet wipes, bug wipes
  • Light makeup (debating)

Meds:

  • Electrolytes, Anti-diahrrea, Diamox, Malaria pills, Ibuprofen, bandaids

Misc:

  • Passport, Printed insurance & tickets
  • Electronics: iPhone, Powerbank, Adapter
  • Should I bring my laptop? If my phone stops working, would it be convenient for find alternatives in Cusco/Ollanta/AC?
  • 1L water bottle, protein bars
  • Umbrella
  • Large reusable bag

Notes/Thoughts/Concerns:

  • I'll be packing with packing cubes
  • I'm generally debating how many socks/t-shirts/underwear to take given I plan to do laundry
  • I pack jeans for 1-2 upscale restaurants, but open to suggestions

Posted May 5, 2025, 1:58 AM UTC

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