clothing
The choice of clothes depends on the season, but it is worth remembering that the weather varies in different countries. In advance, look at the weather forecast in the countries where you are going.
Take clothes in which it will be comfortable to move. There will not be time to iron clothes, so it should not crumble very much. In winter, do not forget warm socks, mittens, a big scarf, jumper. Blouses, sweaters, take not too thick, but warm, for example fleece. In rainy weather, waterproof trousers, a raincoat, will not be superfluous. In the summer - in what it is more convenient to walk - shorts, T-shirts, T-shirts.
You take practical clothes so that you can sit on benches or a sidewalk, a lawn and do not mess. If you go in the cool season, the jacket will have to be folded onto the top shelf of the bus. In winter it is better not to wear a coat or a fur coat, but a light down jacket, in the off-season jacket, in the summer take a windbreaker with you. If countries differ in temperature differences, take things with a detachable lining.
Footwear
Shoes should be comfortable to make long pedestrian crossings. In Europe, a lot of cobblestone pavements, so shoes on his heel is better not to take. Do not forget to take shots for the beach. Shoes for the winter trip should be waterproof, for summer - light, breathable. Always wear new shoes before traveling. Bring a small shoe cream. Also for unforeseen occasions it will be good to have glue for shoes like "Momenta".
Bags
The bus tour will need 3 bags. The first is the luggage, that is, the bag that will be in the luggage compartment of the bus and, accordingly, get in when you check into the hotel. It is more convenient if such a bag will be on wheels. The second is a bag, a bag or a backpack that you take to the bus, there will be necessary things - food, dishes, first-aid kit, umbrella, etc. The third one is a small handbag that will hang on your shoulder or neck - in it, keep documents, money, guidebooks, telephone. This handbag will be with you inseparable and at the stops, so as not to leave valuable things on the bus.
Documentation
In addition to the documents that will be given to you in the tour agency - ticket, train ticket, airplane, it is worth taking with you a copy of the foreign and Russian passports and a couple of photos. This is in case of loss of documents, they will be needed for the consulate. Of course, do not forget your passport. The originals of documents should not be left on the bus, even if the suspension is short, carry them with you or you can put them in a baggage bag, usually the guides recommend it, since the luggage compartment is closed and only opens in the hotel. But do not forget that you will need a passport when crossing the border.
First Aid Kit
Be sure to collect at home first-aid kit of those medicines that you use. Put in it an analgesic, antipyretic, tablets for the gastrointestinal tract, activated charcoal, bandage, and adhesive plasters. First-aid kit must take with you to the bus.
Dishes and food
In the bus tour will need a mug better with a lid, a spoon, a plate, a knife. Instead of a plate, you can take a large hot mug if you like to brew instant soups, porridges. All dishes must be unbreakable. You can take a boiler, as not all rooms have teapots, and when you arrive there late at night, you will not have the opportunity to go and look for it.
From food take snacks that you need if you want to eat between stops. It can be dried fruits, nuts, dry cookies, bread, candy. In the bus there will always be boiling water, so take tea, coffee in bags, instant food.
In hot weather, take with you cool drinks, mineral water, juice.
Money
On a journey, take in addition to large and small money, the latter will be needed at a sanitary stop, since in Europe toilets are mostly tolls. And in souvenir shops small money will be easier to pay off. In addition, the tourist centers developed petty theft, so it is better to keep money in several places.
Usually there are only breakfasts on bus tours, and lunch and dinner for your money. Lunch often takes place at one of the parking lots, in roadside restaurants, and dinner at the hotel. Should be put aside for food at least 20-30 euros per day and multiplied by the number of days. Also about 300-500 euros will be needed on the excursion. It is advisable to bring 200-300 euros with you in case of unforeseen expenses.
Do not forget to bring along:
umbrella
camera, many batteries or rechargeable batteries
phone, charging for it
toiletries
thread, needle
notepad, pen
spectacles
For comfort in the bus take:
- plaid, it is especially needed for night crossings
a special inflatable pillow under the head in the shape of a crescent, a very convenient thing. Sold in tourist shops.
You can take a mask on the eyes, so it was more convenient to sleep at night moving
plastic water bottle, wet wipes, soap or antiseptic hand gel
Have a good trip!