10 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States tour itinerary planner
Start: Baltimore
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Billings
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Yellowstone National Park
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Grand Teton National Park
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Boise
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Bend
— 1 night
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Portland
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End: Baltimore
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Billings — 1 night
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Billings is the largest city in the state of Montana, and is the principal city of the Billings Metropolitan Area with a population of 166,855.Billings is located in the south-eastern portion of the state and is the seat of Yellowstone County, which had a 2015 population of 157,048. Start off your visit on the 5th (Fri): take in the dramatic natural features at The Rimrocks, then see exotic creatures in open habitats at Globe Trekkers Tours, and then do a tasting at Yellowstone Cellars & Winery. Keep things going the next day: trot along with a tour on horseback.
To see reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Billings attractions planning app.
Baltimore to Billings is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Baltimore to Billings due to the time zone difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Baltimore in May: high temperatures in Billings hover around 67°F and lows are around 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Yellowstone National Park.
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To see reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Billings attractions planning app.
Baltimore to Billings is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Baltimore to Billings due to the time zone difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Baltimore in May: high temperatures in Billings hover around 67°F and lows are around 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Yellowstone National Park.
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Yellowstone National Park — 1 night
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World's Largest Collection of Geysers
An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): take in the natural beauty of Fountain Paint Pot, witness a stunning natural landmark at Grand Prismatic Spring, and then take in the natural beauty of Old Faithful.
For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Yellowstone National Park online itinerary planner.
Getting from Billings to Yellowstone National Park by car takes about 4 hours. Traveling from Billings in May, things will get slightly colder in Yellowstone National Park: highs are around 53°F and lows about 27°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sun) so you can go by car to Grand Teton National Park.
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Grand Teton National Park — 2 nights
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Mountains of the Imagination
The peaks of Grand Teton National Park aren't the highest in the world, but they sit atop what might be nature's archetypes for mountains.On the 8th (Mon), hike along Taggart Lake, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapel of the Sacred Heart, then explore the activities along Jackson Lake, and finally explore and take pictures at 42-mile Scenic Loop Drive. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Jenny Lake Trail.
For more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Grand Teton National Park trip site.
Traveling by car from Yellowstone National Park to Grand Teton National Park takes 1.5 hours. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park in May, things will get a bit warmer in Grand Teton National Park: highs are around 60°F and lows about 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Boise.
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Boise — 1 night
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City of Trees
From its main thoroughfare, Boise greets visitors with a view of downtown framed by the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): hike along Boise River Greenbelt.
To find other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Boise trip itinerary builder tool.
Traveling by combination of taxi, bus, and flight from Grand Teton National Park to Boise takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Traveling from Grand Teton National Park in May, things will get somewhat warmer in Boise: highs are around 73°F and lows about 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Bend.
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Bend — 1 night
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An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair.On the 11th (Thu), take a stroll through Old Mill District.
To find reviews, maps, photos, and tourist information, read our Bend holiday planning website.
You can fly from Boise to Bend in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Boise to Bend due to the time zone difference. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Boise in May, with highs in Bend at 67°F and lows at 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Portland.
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Portland — 2 nights
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City of Roses
A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sat): take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden, admire the sheer force of Multnomah Falls, and then sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Sun): admire the natural beauty at Lan Su Chinese Garden.
For ratings, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read our Portland trip planner.
Getting from Bend to Portland by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Portland when traveling from Bend in May, with lows around 51°F. On the 14th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
Idaho travel guide
The Gem State
The mountainous state of Idaho houses some of the country's largest stretches of unspoiled nature. There are plenty of opportunities for adventurous holidays here, with rapids, canyons, snow-capped mountains, expansive lakes, and waterfalls higher than Niagara Falls. Those on vacation with access to a car can enjoy some of the most scenic drives in the nation while traversing Idaho's rugged landscape. Boise, the state's capital and most populous city, provides cultural attractions such as museums, galleries, and theater. The students of Boise State University contribute to the city's vibrant and growing nightlife scene.
