15 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States travel route maker
Start: Leipzig
Train to S+U Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Fly to New York City
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New York City
— 2 nights
Fly
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Niagara Falls
— 1 night
Fly
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Cincinnati
— 1 night
Fly
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Bryce Canyon National Park
— 1 night
Drive
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Las Vegas
— 1 night
Fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Drive to Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite National Park
— 4 nights
Bus to Reno, Fly to Glacier National Park
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Glacier National Park
— 1 night
Fly
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Yellowstone National Park
— 2 nights
Drive to Jackson Hole Airport, Fly to Leipzig
End: Leipzig
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New York City — 2 nights
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Big Apple
Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the pleasant sights at Central Park, make a trip to Rockefeller Center, wander the streets of Times Square, and contemplate the long history of 9/11 Memorial.
For more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the New York City road trip app.
Leipzig, Germany to New York City is an approximately 13-hour combination of train and flight. Traveling from Leipzig to New York City, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Leipzig in October, with highs in New York City at 24°C and lows at 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to fly to Niagara Falls.
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Niagara Falls — 1 night
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Honeymoon Capital of the World
The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.On the 4th (Wed), take an in-depth tour of Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, explore the fascinating underground world of Cave of the Winds, then take in panoramic vistas at Niagara Falls Observation Tower, and finally admire the majestic nature at Whirlpool State Park.
For traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Niagara Falls vacation tool.
Fly from New York City to Niagara Falls in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, Niagara Falls is slightly colder than New York City - with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Cincinnati.
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Cincinnati — 1 night
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The Queen of the West
Situated on the north bank of the Ohio River, Cincinnati distinguished itself as the only U.S. city that left a favorable impression on one of its most famous 19th-century visitors, English author Charles Dickens.Start off your visit on the 5th (Thu): go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, and then stroll around Smale Riverfront Park.
To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Cincinnati day trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Niagara Falls to Cincinnati takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can fly to Bryce Canyon National Park.
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Bryce Canyon National Park — 1 night
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You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.Start off your visit on the 6th (Fri): get great views at Inspiration Point, stroll through Navajo Loop Trail, and then trek along Navajo/Queens Garden Loop.
To see maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Bryce Canyon National Park online road trip planner.
You can fly from Cincinnati to Bryce Canyon National Park in 7.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Cincinnati to Bryce Canyon National Park. In October, Bryce Canyon National Park is little chillier than Cincinnati - with highs of 19°C and lows of -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 1 night
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Sin City
Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.On the 7th (Sat), get to know the fascinating history of The Strip, admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas trip planner.
Traveling by car from Bryce Canyon National Park to Las Vegas takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Expect much warmer temperatures when traveling from Bryce Canyon National Park in October; daily highs in Las Vegas reach 32°C and lows reach 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 4 nights
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Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Half Dome, get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, make a trip to Washburn Point, and hike along Tuolumne Meadows.
To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park travel planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Las Vegas in October: highs in Yosemite National Park hover around 22°C, while lows dip to -2°C. On the 11th (Wed), you're off to Glacier National Park.
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Glacier National Park — 1 night
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Crown of the Continent
The glaciers from which Glacier National Park takes its name mostly dissipated eons ago, but they left behind a scoured landscape of high and steep mountain peaks, sparkling lakes, lush alpine meadows, and thick forests.Kick off your visit on the 12th (Thu): take a memorable drive along Going-to-the-Sun Road and then take in the dramatic scenery at Virginia Falls.
To find traveler tips, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read Glacier National Park driving holiday planner.
Do a combination of bus and flight from Yosemite National Park to Glacier National Park in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST) is 1 hour. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in October, plan for a bit cooler days in Glacier National Park, with highs around 15°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Yellowstone National Park.
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Yellowstone National Park — 2 nights
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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.On the 13th (Fri), explore the activities along Yellowstone Lake. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Lower Geyser Basin, explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and then take some stellar pictures from Lookout Point.
For ratings, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Yellowstone National Park trip itinerary planner.
Fly from Glacier National Park to Yellowstone National Park in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and taxi. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Glacier National Park in October; daily highs in Yellowstone National Park reach 9°C and lows reach -4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sat) 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.
Ohio travel guide
The Buckeye State
Nicknamed the "Heart of It All" because of its heart-like shape, Ohio is perhaps best described as a mosaic of big cities and small towns, with vast tracts of farmland in between. Always a major industrial and political player in the country, the state was the home to eight American presidents and the Wright brothers, inventors of the airplane. The first man to walk on the Moon came from Ohio, as did 23 other astronauts. More than just an overachiever in science, industry, and politics, the state is also a serious holiday destination, featuring both traditional Amish farms and bustling cities with a great selection of things to do.
Montana travel guide
The Crown of the Continent
With a population of only one million, Montana remains an untouched natural paradise of snowcapped peaks, expansive forests, and alpine lakes, dotted with Old West ghost towns, Indian reservations, and progressive urban communities. Appreciate the state's unique charm and beauty with a trip to Glacier National Park, where you can come face-to-face with Montana wildlife among its high peaks. Head to the state's largest cities, Billings and Missoula, for an array of historical attractions and cultural sightseeing.
