10 days in United States Itinerary

The capital city of Virginia, Richmond has diverse architecture, a large collection of monuments, and world-class museums that reveal the city's important role in American history.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sat): learn about all things military at White House of the Confederacy, pause for some serene contemplation at St. John's Episcopal Church, relax in the rural setting at Maymont, then explore the world behind art at Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and finally look for gifts at For the Love of Chocolate.

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Detroit to Richmond is an approximately 11-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. In March, Richmond is somewhat warmer than Detroit - with highs of 58°F and lows of 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Virginia Beach.

Holding a record for the longest pleasure beach in the world, Virginia Beach showcases 35 miles of coastline and maintains a longstanding reputation as a family-friendly vacation destination.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Sun): observe the fascinating underwater world at Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and then take in the waterfront at Virginia Beach Boardwalk.

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You can drive from Richmond to Virginia Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. March in Virginia Beach sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 39°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to travel to Charlotte.

A rapidly growing city in central North Carolina, Charlotte is the state's largest urban center and a major regional hub for finance, industry, technology, and entertainment.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at Latta Plantation Nature Center & Preserve, then examine the collection at Carolinas Aviation Museum, then see the interesting displays at NASCAR Hall of Fame, and finally walk around Freedom Park.

To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Charlotte tour site.

Drive from Virginia Beach to Charlotte in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a train. When traveling from Virginia Beach in March, plan for somewhat warmer days in Charlotte, with highs around 63°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can drive to Greenville.

The largest city in "upstate" South Carolina, Greenville has grown around the natural wonders of waterfalls located in the downtown area.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Tue): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Greenville Zoo, explore the landscape on two wheels at GHS Swamp Rabbit Trail, then walk around Falls Park on the Reedy, and finally appreciate the history behind Joel Roberts Poinsett Statue.

To see where to stay, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, read Greenville sightseeing website.

Traveling by car from Charlotte to Greenville takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or fly. In March in Greenville, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 43°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

On the 10th (Wed), see a show at Grand Ole Opry, examine the collection at The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe, and then savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

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You can drive from Greenville to Nashville in 6.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus and subway. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. March in Nashville sees daily highs of 61°F and lows of 39°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can go by car to Mammoth Cave National Park.

Mammoth Caves National Park is the longest cave system in the world so far discovered.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): Head underground at Diamond Caverns, then trek along Fat Man's Misery, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Mammoth Cave.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Mammoth Cave National Park online tour planner.

You can drive from Nashville to Mammoth Cave National Park in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. While traveling from Nashville, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Mammoth Cave National Park, ranging from highs of 56°F to lows of 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) so you can drive to Louisville.

Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville, is best known as the home of the Kentucky Derby.

Louisville is known for nature, museums, and breweries & distilleries. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern, examine the collection at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Kentucky Artisan Distillery, and snap pictures at The Big Four Bridge.

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Traveling by car from Mammoth Cave National Park to Louisville takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Mammoth Cave National Park to Louisville is 1 hour. In March in Louisville, expect temperatures between 55°F during the day and 36°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.