11 days in United States Itinerary
11 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States travel planner
Start: Houston
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Gardiner
— 1 night
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Yellowstone National Park
— 3 nights
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Portland
— 3 nights
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Seattle
— 3 nights
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End: Houston
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Gardiner serves as the gateway to Yellowstone National Park's northern entrance, marked by an iconic stone arch.To find ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Gardiner trip planner.
Houston to Gardiner is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Houston in September: high temperatures in Gardiner hover around 64°F and lows are around 32°F. On the 11th (Fri), you'll travel to Yellowstone National Park.
Things to do in Gardiner
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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.Your list of things to see and do now includes Canyon Village Area, Mammoth Hot Springs, Tower Fall, and other attractions. Explore hidden gems such as Midway Geyser Basin and West Thumb Geyser Basin. The adventure continues: witness a stunning natural landmark at Old Faithful, take in the dramatic scenery at Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mystic Falls Trail, and take in breathtaking views at S Rim Trail.
To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Yellowstone National Park day trip planning app.
You can drive from Gardiner to Yellowstone National Park in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. September in Yellowstone National Park sees daily highs of 60°F and lows of 33°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Portland.
Things to do in Yellowstone National Park
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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.Step off the beaten path and head to Pittock Mansion and Swan Island Dahlias. Change things up with a short trip to Pumpkin Ridge Zip Tour in North Plains (about 40 minutes away). Next up on the itinerary: admire the natural beauty at Lan Su Chinese Garden, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Portland Oregon Temple & Visitors' Center, stroll around Sauvie Island Wildlife Area, and grab your bike and head to Willamette River Trail.
For other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Portland trip itinerary builder.
You can fly from Yellowstone National Park to Portland in 8 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park to Portland, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Yellowstone National Park in September, plan for somewhat warmer days and much hotter nights in Portland: temperatures range from 76°F by day to 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to drive to Seattle.
Things to do in Portland
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Emerald City
Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.Discover out-of-the-way places like Sky View Observatory and University of Washington. There's still lots to do: take in the exciting artwork at Chihuly Garden and Glass, explore the different monuments and memorials at Bruce Lee Grave Site, wander the streets of Pike Place Market, and take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle.
To find photos, maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Seattle journey planner.
You can drive from Portland to Seattle in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 72°F, and evening lows to 56°F. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Sun) to wrap things up before traveling home.
Things to do in Seattle
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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.
