11 days in Las Vegas & California Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

On the 27th (Fri), examine the collection at The Mob Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to The Strip, then try to win big at Bellagio Hotel and Casino, then admire the local landmark of Bellagio Fountains, and finally admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

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New York City to Las Vegas is an approximately 9-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also do a combination of train and flight; or drive. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Las Vegas is minus 3 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from New York City in July: high temperatures in Las Vegas hover around 104°F and lows are around 81°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Get some cultural insight at Alcatraz Island and The Embarcadero. We've included these beaches for you: China Beach and Fort Funston National Park. There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Fisherman's Wharf, explore the engaging exhibits at Exploratorium, take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Twin Peaks.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to San Francisco takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect cooler temperatures when traveling from Las Vegas in July; daily highs in San Francisco reach 73°F and lows reach 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to St. Helena.

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You can drive from San Francisco to St. Helena in 1.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and taxi; or do a combination of subway and bus. Traveling from San Francisco in August, expect nights in St. Helena to be little chillier, around 52°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 83°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time for travel to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): find something for the whole family at Disneyland Park. On your second day here, admire the majestic nature at Santa Monica Beach, kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, and then steep yourself in history at El Pueblo de Los Angeles.

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Traveling by combination of taxi and flight from St. Helena to Los Angeles takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, subway, and flight; or drive. Traveling from St. Helena in August, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 66°F in Los Angeles. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to go by car to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): kick back and relax at Children's Pool and then enjoy the sand and surf at La Jolla Cove.

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Getting from Los Angeles to San Diego by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in San Diego, ranging from highs of 78°F to lows of 68°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Mon) to allow time for travel back home.