15 days in New Jersey, Las Vegas & California Itinerary

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Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, Drive to Atlantic City
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Atlantic City
— 2 nights
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Las Vegas
— 3 nights
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San Diego
— 3 nights
Drive
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Los Angeles
— 1 night
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Monterey
— 1 night
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Atlantic City — 2 nights

America's Favorite Playground

The gambling capital of the east coast, Atlantic City is best known for its numerous casinos, colorful boardwalk, and beach.
Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see what you can catch with Moover Fishing Adventures, look for all kinds of wild species at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve.

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Ahmedabad, India to Atlantic City is an approximately 23.5-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is minus 10.5 hours. Traveling from Ahmedabad in May, expect Atlantic City to be cooler, temps between 26°C and 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 3 nights

Sin City

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.
Get in touch with nature at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Go for a jaunt from Las Vegas to Boulder City to see Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum about 40 minutes away. The adventure continues: take a stroll through The Strip, try to win big at Casino At The Venetian, make a trip to Fountains of Bellagio, and get a new perspective on things with Gondola Rides at the Venetian.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas road trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Atlantic City to Las Vegas takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Atlantic City to Las Vegas. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Atlantic City in May: high temperatures in Las Vegas hover around 36°C and lows are around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can fly to San Diego.
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San Diego — 3 nights

America's Finest City

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.
Get in touch with nature at La Jolla Cove and Children's Pool. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Mission Beach Park and Windansea Beach. When in San Diego, make a side trip to see Lions, Tigers & Bears in Alpine, approximately Alpine away. There's still lots to do: admire the majestic nature at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, take in breathtaking views at Los Penasquitos Canyon Preserve, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Black's Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to San Diego takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Las Vegas in May, expect nights in San Diego to be about the same, around 19°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 1 night

City of Angels

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.
On the 10th (Wed), admire the landmark architecture of Walt Disney Concert Hall, kick back and relax at Santa Monica Bay, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica State Beach.

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Traveling by car from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In May in Los Angeles, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Monterey.
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Monterey — 1 night

Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): admire the majestic nature at Point Lobos, stroll through Asilomar State Beach, and then get a dose of the wild on Elkhorn Slough Safari.

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Fly from Los Angeles to Monterey in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Los Angeles in May; daily highs in Monterey reach 21°C and lows reach 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) to allow time to drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 3 nights

City by the Bay

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.
Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): see exotic creatures in open habitats at Point Reyes Safaris and then do a tasting at Gracianna Winery. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Alcatraz Island, then take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge.

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You can drive from Monterey to San Francisco in 2 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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New Jersey travel guide

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Casinos · Beaches · Shopping Malls
The Garden State
Often overshadowed by its legendary neighbor, New York, New Jersey holds its own as a land of thriving industrial cities, sprawling farmland, and lively coastal towns. Called the Garden State, New Jersey is a hub of entertainment and cultural attractions for the east coast, from the famous sandy beaches and carnival-like atmosphere of the Jersey Shore to alluring Atlantic City, the Las Vegas of the east. New Jersey also boasts a wealth of historical places to visit, including battle sites and memorials, such as George Washington's Revolutionary War headquarters.
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California travel guide

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Specialty Museums · Wineries & Vineyards · Beaches
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.
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