7-day cruise packing list
The short answer
For a seven-night cruise, pack five or six day outfits, an evening outfit for each night including one or two dressier looks for formal or dress-up nights, two swimsuits, a cover-up, three pairs of shoes, a light jacket, and your documents, medication and sunscreen in the carry-on.By Kathryn Lyn2 min readReviewed September 2026
7-night list
0 of 12 packedFormal night on a week-long cruise
Most seven-night sailings on mainstream lines include one or two dressier evenings, and they're optional. Check your line's dress code in what to wear on a cruise.
Laundry mid-week
If you'd rather pack light, most ships offer laundry services and some have self-service launderettes; a mid-week wash lets you pack for four days. Want a PDF? Use the printable list.
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How many outfits do I need for a 7-day cruise?
Five or six day outfits and one evening outfit per night, with one or two dressier looks. Re-wear pieces and you can pack less.
What should I pack for an 8-day cruise?
The same as a seven-day cruise plus one day outfit, or plan one load of laundry.