15 days in United States Itinerary

Aptly nicknamed the "Mile-High City," Denver sits at an altitude of 1,600 m (5,280 ft) above sea level, located right where the Great Plains give way to the Rocky Mountains.

Family-friendly places like Garden of the Gods and River Rafting & Tubing will thrill your kids. Go for a jaunt from Denver to Colorado Springs to see Cheyenne Mountain Zoo about 1h 30 min away. There's lots more to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Evans, examine the collection at National Ballpark Museum, steep yourself in history at Denver Union Station, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Denver Zoo.

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Grand Rapids to Denver is an approximately 18.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a train. Traveling from Grand Rapids to Denver, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In July in Denver, expect temperatures between 87°F during the day and 60°F at night. On the 18th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Attractions like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and The Strip make great kid-friendly stops. There's much more to do: make a trip to Fountains of Bellagio, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, push the limits with an extreme tour, and get your game on at The Roller Coaster.

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Traveling by flight from Denver to Las Vegas takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Denver in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 104°F by day to 81°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) early enough to travel to Salt Lake City.

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.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): meet the residents at Utah's Hogle Zoo, take in breathtaking views at Big Cottonwood Canyon, and then get in on the family fun at Lagoon Amusement Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Fri): steep yourself in history at McCune Mansion, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Tabernacle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Assembly Hall, then admire the natural beauty at Temple Square, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Salt Lake Temple.

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You can fly from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City in 4 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. Traveling from Las Vegas in July, expect Salt Lake City to be a bit cooler, temps between 95°F and 70°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to travel to Omaha.

A major transportation hub, Omaha was once considered little more than a stopping point on a pioneer's journey west.

On the 26th (Sun), observe the fascinating underwater world at Henry Doorly Zoo and then admire the natural beauty at Mt Vernon Gardens.

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Getting from Salt Lake City to Omaha by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Salt Lake City to Omaha due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Salt Lake City in July, expect nights in Omaha to be about the same, around 67°F, while days are slightly colder, around 87°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 26th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.