13 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States attractions planner
Start: Tampa
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San Diego
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South Lake Tahoe
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Napa
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San Francisco
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San Jose
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Santa Cruz
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Big Sur
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Morro Bay
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Santa Barbara
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Los Angeles
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End: Tampa
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San Diego — 1 night
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America's Finest City
Start off your visit on the 24th (Wed): examine the collection at San Diego Model Railroad Museum and then examine the collection at USS Midway Museum. On the next day, discover the deep blue sea with San Diego Scuba Guide, enjoy the sand and surf at La Jolla Cove, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Black's Beach.
To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our San Diego trip itinerary tool.
Tampa to San Diego is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tampa to San Diego, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Tampa in July; daily highs in San Diego reach 77°F and lows reach 68°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to South Lake Tahoe.
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Tampa to San Diego is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tampa to San Diego, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Tampa in July; daily highs in San Diego reach 77°F and lows reach 68°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to South Lake Tahoe.
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South Lake Tahoe — 1 night
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On the 26th (Fri), enjoy the sand and surf at Kiva Beach, then kick back and relax at Baldwin Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Pope Beach.
To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our South Lake Tahoe vacation builder site.
You can fly from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Diego in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be cooler in South Lake Tahoe, with lows of 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can go by car to Napa.
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To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our South Lake Tahoe vacation builder site.
You can fly from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Diego in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be cooler in South Lake Tahoe, with lows of 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can go by car to Napa.
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Napa — 1 night
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America's Wine Country
On the 27th (Sat), see the interesting displays at California Missions Museum at Cline Cellars, then admire the masterpieces at Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, and then stop by Oakville Grocery.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Napa trip maker app.
Getting from South Lake Tahoe to Napa by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from South Lake Tahoe in July, Napa is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Napa trip maker app.
Getting from South Lake Tahoe to Napa by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from South Lake Tahoe in July, Napa is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 2 nights
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City by the Bay
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sun): expand your understanding of the military at Fort Point, then take a tour of SS Jeremiah O'Brien, then step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf. On the next day, wander the streets of Union Square, then buy something for everyone on your list at Ferry Building Marketplace, then see the interesting displays at Musee Mecanique, and finally snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge.
For photos, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the San Francisco trip builder app.
You can drive from Napa to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and subway; or take a bus. While traveling from Napa, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 73°F to lows of 57°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to San Jose.
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For photos, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the San Francisco trip builder app.
You can drive from Napa to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and subway; or take a bus. While traveling from Napa, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 73°F to lows of 57°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to San Jose.
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San Jose — 1 night
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Capital of Silicon Valley
Start off your visit on the 30th (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of San Jose Betsuin Buddhist Church, then view the masterpieces at Palo Alto Art Center, and then stop by Kepler's Books.
To find more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Jose trip maker website.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Jose in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a subway. Traveling from San Francisco in July, expect nights in San Jose to be about the same, around 59°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 81°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can drive to Santa Cruz.
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To find more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the San Jose trip maker website.
You can drive from San Francisco to San Jose in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a subway. Traveling from San Francisco in July, expect nights in San Jose to be about the same, around 59°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 81°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can drive to Santa Cruz.
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Santa Cruz — 1 night
Kick off your visit on the 31st (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Manresa State Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Rio Del Mar State Beach, and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Santa Cruz online holiday planner.
Drive from San Jose to Santa Cruz in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from San Jose in July, you will find days in Santa Cruz are slightly colder (73°F), and nights are about the same (55°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Big Sur.
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To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, read Santa Cruz online holiday planner.
Drive from San Jose to Santa Cruz in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from San Jose in July, you will find days in Santa Cruz are slightly colder (73°F), and nights are about the same (55°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Big Sur.
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Big Sur — 1 night
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Big Country of the South
On the 1st (Thu), admire the sheer force of McWay Falls, enjoy the sand and surf at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, then hike along Partington Cove, then browse the exhibits of Hawthorne Gallery, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Pfeiffer State Beach.
To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Big Sur trip itinerary builder site.
You can drive from Santa Cruz to Big Sur in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can drive to Morro Bay.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Big Sur trip itinerary builder site.
You can drive from Santa Cruz to Big Sur in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can drive to Morro Bay.
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Morro Bay — 1 night
Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Avila Main Beach.
To see ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Morro Bay travel planning tool.
Traveling by car from Big Sur to Morro Bay takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Big Sur, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Morro Bay, ranging from highs of 79°F to lows of 58°F. On the 2nd (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Santa Barbara.
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To see ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Morro Bay travel planning tool.
Traveling by car from Big Sur to Morro Bay takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Big Sur, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Morro Bay, ranging from highs of 79°F to lows of 58°F. On the 2nd (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara — 1 night
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The American Riviera
Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): don't miss a visit to Old Mission Santa Barbara, take a stroll through State Street Underpass, and then see the top attractions with Santa Barbara Sportfishing Charter.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Barbara trip planning tool.
Getting from Morro Bay to Santa Barbara by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in August, and nighttime lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Los Angeles.
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To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Barbara trip planning tool.
Getting from Morro Bay to Santa Barbara by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in August, and nighttime lows around 60°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 2 nights
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City of Angels
Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica State Beach, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, then view the masterpieces at Annenberg Community Beach House, and finally examine the collection at The Getty Center. On the 5th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along Santa Monica Bay.
To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles road trip site.
You can drive from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Santa Barbara in August, with highs in Los Angeles at 84°F and lows at 66°F. On the 5th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles road trip site.
You can drive from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Santa Barbara in August, with highs in Los Angeles at 84°F and lows at 66°F. On the 5th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly 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.
Napa Valley travel guide
Thanks to a Mediterranean climate and idyllic location in Northern California, Napa Valley is one of the top wine producing regions in the world. This, coupled with the area's breathtaking scenery, abundance of quaint B&Bs, and exquisite local gastronomy, makes Napa Valley one of the country's most popular spots for peaceful weekends and romantic getaways. While wine tasting and vineyard tours are the traditional things to do, the region offers a variety of other attractions, including hot air balloon rides, spa treatments, and trips aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train.
San Luis Obispo County travel guide
The Central Coast
Separated from major metropolitan areas, coastal San Luis Obispo County has preserved its rural character. It includes many small communities with a strong agricultural heritage, and preserves a sense of old California. Many visitors on holiday come here to browse the excellent farmers' markets or tour world-class vineyards. The county offers plentiful outdoor vacation ideas, with beaches, rolling hills, and the Santa Lucia mountain range nearby. You can also take side trips to the area's larger towns, with their historical downtown districts, shopping destinations, and museums.
