12 days in San Francisco & Death Valley National Park Itinerary

Get out of town with these interesting San Francisco side-trips: Muir Woods National Monument (in Mill Valley) and Sonoma (Sonoma Overlook Trail, Sonoma Plaza, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Golden Gate Bridge, don't miss a visit to Ferry Building Marketplace, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and walk around Golden Gate Park.

For traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our San Francisco online sightseeing planner.

Leipzig, Germany to San Francisco is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Leipzig to San Francisco due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Leipzig in September, expect San Francisco to be a bit warmer, temps between 28°C and 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Death Valley National Park.

Death Valley National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and scenic drive. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at The Devil's Speedway, hike along Gower Gulch Loop, take in breathtaking views at Golden Canyon, and get great views at Dante's View.

For traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, read Death Valley National Park online road trip planner.

Fly from San Francisco to Death Valley National Park in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of subway, train, and bus. When traveling from San Francisco in September, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Death Valley National Park: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.