18 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip planner
Start: Auckland
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San Francisco
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Santa Cruz
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Lompoc
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Santa Monica
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Long Beach
— 3 nights
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Las Vegas
— 3 nights
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End: Auckland
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San Francisco — 4 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Golden Gate Bridge, step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, go for a walk through Lombard Street, and take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf.
To see ratings, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the San Francisco online trip maker.
Auckland, New Zealand to San Francisco is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from New Zealand Standard Time (NZST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 20 hours. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Auckland in June: highs in San Francisco hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 15°C. On the 23rd (Fri), you'll travel to Santa Cruz.
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Santa Cruz — 1 night
Santa Cruz remains synonymous with surfing, but this counterculture bastion offers plenty even if you don't plan to catch any waves.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): admire the majestic nature at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
Inspirock's itinerary builder makes planning a Santa Cruz trip simple and quick.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to Santa Cruz takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 26°C in June, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Lompoc.
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Lompoc — 1 night
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Lompoc is a city in Santa Barbara County, California, on the west coast of the United States. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Sat): sample the fine beverages at DorWood Distillery and then learn the secrets of beer at 246 Wine & Brew Tours.
To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Lompoc day trip tool.
Traveling by car from Santa Cruz to Lompoc takes 4 hours. In June, daytime highs in Lompoc are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Santa Monica.
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To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Lompoc day trip tool.
Traveling by car from Santa Cruz to Lompoc takes 4 hours. In June, daytime highs in Lompoc are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Santa Monica.
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Santa Monica — 3 nights
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Fortunate People in a Fortunate Land
A famed resort town since the early 20th century, Santa Monica sits on the picturesque Santa Monica Bay, bordered on three sides by the city of Los Angeles.Step out of Santa Monica to go to Simi Valley and see Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, which is approximately 50 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Paley Center for Media, appreciate the extensive heritage of Santa Monica Pier, enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica Bay, and take in the pleasant sights at Historic Lily pond.
To find photos, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Santa Monica travel route planner.
Getting from Lompoc to Santa Monica by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Lompoc in June, expect a bit warmer with lows of 19°C in Santa Monica. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can go by car to Long Beach.
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Long Beach — 3 nights
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Aquatic Capital of America
Long Beach has long been overshadowed by its bigger and more famous neighbor known as the City of Angels.Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports. On the next day, make an unforgettable trip to Disney California Adventure Park.
To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Long Beach trip itinerary builder app.
Getting from Santa Monica to Long Beach by car takes about an hour. Other options: ride a tram; or take a bus. In June in Long Beach, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 20°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 3 nights
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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.Las Vegas is known for nightlife, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, try your luck at Paris Las Vegas, enjoy breathtaking views from Stratosphere Tower, and browse the different shops at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort.
To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas day trip planning app.
Traveling by flight from Long Beach to Las Vegas takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of tram and bus. While traveling from Long Beach, expect warmer days and a bit warmer nights in Las Vegas, ranging from highs of 47°C to lows of 32°C. You will have some time to spend on the 4th (Tue) before leaving for 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.
