16 days in United States Itinerary

The southernmost Sea Island off the coast of Florida, Amelia Island takes its name from Princess Amelia of England.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, then steep yourself in history at Amelia Island Historic District, and then immerse yourself in nature at Fort Clinch State Park.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, use the Amelia Island journey planner.

Zurich, Switzerland to Amelia Island is an approximately 120-hour travel. The time zone difference when traveling from Zurich to Amelia Island is minus 6 hours. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Zurich in July, with highs in Amelia Island at 38°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Jekyll Island.

A vacation on Jekyll Island allows visitors to discover the lifestyle of American aristocrats from the 19th century.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Jekyll Island Trail System as well as Coastal Expeditions. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): get up close to creatures of the deep with Coastal Expeditions, stroll through Jekyll Island Trail System, look for all kinds of wild species at Georgia Sea Turtle Center, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, then steep yourself in history at Horton House, and finally kick back and relax at Driftwood Beach.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Jekyll Island trip maker tool.

You can drive from Amelia Island to Jekyll Island in 1.5 hours. In July in Jekyll Island, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can drive to Saint Simons Island.

St. To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Saint Simons Island trip itinerary site.

You can drive from Jekyll Island to Saint Simons Island in an hour. In July in Saint Simons Island, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. On the 21st (Fri), you're off to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

On the 22nd (Sat), identify plant and animal life at Oatland Island Wildlife Center, then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Tybee Island Beach.

To see other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Savannah online travel route planner.

Drive from Saint Simons Island to Savannah in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. July in Savannah sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to drive to Beaufort.

Beaufort is a city in and the county seat of Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Beaufort using our trip planner.

Traveling by car from Savannah to Beaufort takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 28°C. On the 23rd (Sun), you'll travel to Charleston.

Many visitors describe their Charleston holiday as a warm embrace by an old, dear friend--who lived about 200 years ago.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area and then get outside with Charleston Fossil Adventures.

To see photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Charleston trip planner.

Getting from Beaufort to Charleston by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In July in Charleston, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to go by car to Southport.

Southport is a city in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States, near the mouth of the Cape Fear River. For more things to do, ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Southport trip maker tool.

Traveling by car from Charleston to Southport takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In July, daily temperatures in Southport can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. You will leave for Wilmington on the 24th (Mon).

Holiday in Willington to discover a charming coastal city filled with azalea gardens, historical neighborhoods, and cozy cafes.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Mon): stop by The Veggie Wagon, then glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area, then immerse yourself in nature at Carolina Beach State Park, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Wilmington trip tool.

You can drive from Southport to Wilmington in an hour. Another option is to do a combination of ferry and car. In July, daytime highs in Wilmington are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Ocracoke.

Ocracoke is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated town located at the southern end of Ocracoke Island, located entirely within Hyde County, North Carolina. Start off your visit on the 25th (Tue): identify plant and animal life at Springers Point, steep yourself in history at Fort Ocracoke Monument, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Ocracoke trip planning website.

Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Wilmington to Ocracoke takes 6 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Ocracoke can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Corolla.

A trip to Corolla will add a bit of slow-paced fun to your Outer Banks holiday.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Bobs Wild Horse Tours. On the 26th (Wed), get a dose of the wild on Bobs Wild Horse Tours, visit a coastal fixture at Currituck Beach Lighthouse and Museum, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, then see Off-Road Tours, and finally glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Corolla trip tool.

Traveling by combination of ferry and car from Ocracoke to Corolla takes 6 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to travel to Virginia Beach.

Holding a record for the longest pleasure beach in the world, Virginia Beach showcases 35 miles of coastline and maintains a longstanding reputation as a family-friendly vacation destination.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Thu): enjoy the sand and surf at Virginia Beach, then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and then kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, use the Virginia Beach trip maker app.

Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Corolla to Virginia Beach takes 3.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Virginia Beach are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can catch the train to Norfolk.

Norfolk formed around a natural harbor that’s home to the world’s largest naval base, which helped cement the city as a keystone for strategic military planning and government.

For maps, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Norfolk visit planner.

Norfolk is very close to Virginia Beach. July in Norfolk sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 26°C at night. You'll set off for Chincoteague Island on the 27th (Thu).

Famous for a wild breed of horses--Chincoteague Ponies--Chincoteague Island embraces the mystery of some of North America’s oldest inhabitants.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): explore the landscape on two wheels at Bike Depot, take an in-depth tour of Museum of Chincoteague, and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To find where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Chincoteague Island attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Norfolk to Chincoteague Island takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of flight, bus, and taxi. In July, daily temperatures in Chincoteague Island can reach 35°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can go by car to Annapolis.

Capital of the United States for one year from 1783 to 1784, Annapolis has played a vital role in U.S. history.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): trek along Quiet Waters Park and then take a stroll through Annapolis Historic District.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Annapolis online road trip planner.

You can drive from Chincoteague Island to Annapolis in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Annapolis are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Washington DC.

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Washington DC online trip itinerary builder.

Getting from Annapolis to Washington DC by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Washington DC are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. You will leave for home on the 30th (Sun).