16 days in United States Itinerary
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Start: Salt Lake City
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Provo
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Zion National Park
— 2 nights
Drive to Kanab, UT- Glazier's Market, Shuttle to Page
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Page
— 2 nights
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Kayenta
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Moab
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Grand Junction
— 2 nights
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Rock Springs
— 1 night
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Pinedale
— 1 night
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West Yellowstone
— 2 nights
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Salt Lake City
End: Salt Lake City
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Provo — 2 nights
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Provo is the third-largest city in the U.S. state of Utah, located 43mi south of Salt Lake City along the Wasatch Front. On the 21st (Thu), get curious at Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum, then admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls, then explore the stunning scenery at Provo Canyon, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Utah Lake State Park. Here are some ideas for day two: cast your line with a fishing tour, witness a stunning natural landmark at Homestead Crater Mineral Dome, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Provo City Center Temple.
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Salt Lake City to Provo is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Salt Lake City in September, plan for little chillier nights in Provo, with lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Zion National Park.
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Salt Lake City to Provo is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Salt Lake City in September, plan for little chillier nights in Provo, with lows around 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Zion National Park.
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Zion National Park — 2 nights
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Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): explore the wealth of natural beauty at The Narrows. On the next day, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Zion National Park.
To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Zion National Park day trip planning site.
You can fly from Provo to Zion National Park in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Provo in September, expect nights in Zion National Park to be about the same, around 10°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Page.
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Page — 2 nights
Center of Canyon Country
Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.Start off your visit on the 25th (Mon): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, then take in breathtaking views at Antelope Canyon, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at The Chains. Here are some ideas for day two: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, take in the views from Navajo Bridge, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Horseshoe Bend.
For photos, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Page trip itinerary planner.
You can do a combination of car and shuttle from Zion National Park to Page in 3 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Zion National Park in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Page, with lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Kayenta.
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Kayenta — 1 day
Kayenta is a U.S. census-designated place which is part of the Navajo Nation and is in Navajo County, Arizona. On the 27th (Wed), see the interesting displays at Navajo Cultural Center, then make a trip to Navaho Code Talkers Exhibit, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Church Rock.
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Traveling by car from Page to Kayenta takes 2 hours. In September in Kayenta, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to drive to Moab.
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Traveling by car from Page to Kayenta takes 2 hours. In September in Kayenta, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) early enough to drive to Moab.
Moab — 2 nights
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Red Desert
The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.On the 28th (Thu), skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Fiend, and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. Here are some ideas for day two: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then explore the striking landscape at Arches National Park, and then soar above the sights with a balloon tour.
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Getting from Kayenta to Moab by car takes about 3 hours. Traveling from Kayenta in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 15°C in Moab. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) early enough to drive to Grand Junction.
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Grand Junction — 2 nights
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The city of Grand Junction is the home rule municipality that is the county seat and the most populous municipality of Mesa County, Colorado, United States. On the 30th (Sat), do a tasting at Two Rivers Winery, then look for all kinds of wild species at Colorado National Monument, and then wander the streets of Downtown Grand Junction. Keep things going the next day: do a tasting at Carlson Vineyards Winery & Tasting Room, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Grand Mesa, and then make a trip to Clark Family Orchards.
For photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Grand Junction day trip website.
Drive from Moab to Grand Junction in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. In September in Grand Junction, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can drive to Rock Springs.
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Drive from Moab to Grand Junction in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. In September in Grand Junction, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can drive to Rock Springs.
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Rock Springs — 1 night
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Rock Springs is a city in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, United States. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum - Western Wyoming Community College, explore and take pictures at Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop, and then stroll around Expedition Island Park.
To find traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Rock Springs trip planner.
Traveling by car from Grand Junction to Rock Springs takes 5 hours. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Grand Junction in October: high temperatures in Rock Springs hover around 17°C and lows are around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to drive to Pinedale.
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Traveling by car from Grand Junction to Rock Springs takes 5 hours. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Grand Junction in October: high temperatures in Rock Springs hover around 17°C and lows are around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to drive to Pinedale.
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Pinedale — 1 night
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Pinedale is a town in and the county seat of Sublette County, Wyoming, United States. On the 3rd (Tue), examine the collection at Museum of the Mountain Man, cruise along Skyline Scenic Drive, and then explore and take pictures at US-191 Frontage Rd.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Pinedale sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Rock Springs to Pinedale in 2 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Rock Springs in October: high temperatures in Pinedale hover around 13°C and lows are around -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to drive to West Yellowstone.
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To find more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Pinedale sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Rock Springs to Pinedale in 2 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Rock Springs in October: high temperatures in Pinedale hover around 13°C and lows are around -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to drive to West Yellowstone.
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West Yellowstone — 2 nights
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The town of West Yellowstone has served as a gateway to Yellowstone National Park since the early 1900s.On the 4th (Wed), identify plant and animal life at Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Solitary Geyser, then take in the natural beauty of Old Faithful, and finally take in the natural beauty of Grand Prismatic Spring. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Thu): trot along with a tour on horseback, admire the sheer force of Gibbon Falls, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Terrace Spring, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Grand Loop Road.
For photos, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, you can read our West Yellowstone vacation builder app.
Traveling by car from Pinedale to West Yellowstone takes 4 hours. October in West Yellowstone sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of -4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Salt Lake City.
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Crossroads of the West
Utah's capital and most populous city, Salt Lake City boasts a small-town feel, big-city amenities, and plenty of nature on its doorstep.On the 6th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Salt Lake Temple and then get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum of Utah.
For other places to visit, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Salt Lake City trip itinerary builder site.
Getting from West Yellowstone to Salt Lake City by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from West Yellowstone in October, you will find days in Salt Lake City are a bit warmer (23°C), and nights are warmer (9°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel 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.
