17 days in Western US Itinerary

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

Bring the kids along to River Rafting & Tubing and Off-Road Tours. Get in touch with nature at Delicate Arch and Climbing Tours. There's more to do: scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour.

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Minneapolis to Moab is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Minneapolis in June, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Moab: temperatures range from 95°F by day to 61°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

Attractions like Grand Canyon South Rim and Mather Point make great kid-friendly stops. Get in touch with nature at South Kaibab Trail and Bright Angel Point. There's lots more to do: take in breathtaking views at Inner Canyon, stroll through Tonto Trail, hike along Cape Final Trail, and admire the striking features of Grand Canyon Railway Depot.

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Getting from Moab to Grand Canyon National Park by car takes about 5.5 hours. Traveling from Moab in June, things will get slightly colder in Grand Canyon National Park: highs are around 85°F and lows about 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Sedona.

Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.

Get in touch with nature at Cathedral Rock and Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179). Explore hidden gems such as Bell Rock and Red Rock State Park. And it doesn't end there: explore the stunning scenery at Oak Creek Canyon, tour the pleasant surroundings at Airport Mesa, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and hike along Devil's Bridge Trail.

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Getting from Grand Canyon National Park to Sedona by car takes about 2.5 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in July: high temperatures in Sedona hover around 92°F and lows are around 69°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): have fun at Gun Garage, then take an in-depth tour of Titanic, and then explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Here are some ideas for day two: wander the streets of The LINQ Promenade, admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then try to win big at Wynn Las Vegas, and finally see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds - Las Vegas.

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You can drive from Sedona to Las Vegas in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Sedona to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Sedona in July, things will get a bit warmer in Las Vegas: highs are around 104°F and lows about 81°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) so you can travel to Monterey.

Monterey is a city in the U.S. Start off your visit on the 9th (Thu): get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, immerse yourself in nature at Point Lobos, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Carmel River State Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to Monterey takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, Monterey is cooler than Las Vegas - with highs of 69°F and lows of 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can drive to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

On the 10th (Fri), steep yourself in history at Golden Gate Bridge, take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf, and then head off the coast to Alcatraz Island. On your second day here, take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, then get interesting insight from Tours, then delve into the lush surroundings at Muir Woods National Monument, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Filbert Street Stairs.

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Drive from Monterey to San Francisco in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a shuttle. July in San Francisco sees daily highs of 73°F and lows of 57°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): stop by Powell's City of Books, admire the natural beauty at Portland Japanese Garden, and then take in nature's colorful creations at International Rose Test Garden.

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You can fly from San Francisco to Portland in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from San Francisco in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Portland, with highs around 83°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.