19 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip planner
Start: Zurich
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Bar Harbor
— 3 nights
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Lincoln
— 2 nights
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Bennington
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New Haven
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Boston
— 5 nights
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Hyannis
— 2 nights
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Provincetown
— 3 nights
Ferry to Boston, Fly to Zurich
End: Zurich
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Bar Harbor — 3 nights
Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine, United States. Bar Harbor is known for wildlife, adventure, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, trek along Cadillac Mountain North Ridge Trail, stroll through Precipice Trail, and contemplate the waterfront views at Frenchman Bay.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Bar Harbor travel route planner.
Zurich, Switzerland to Bar Harbor is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Zurich to Bar Harbor is minus 6 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Bar Harbor can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lincoln.
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To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Bar Harbor travel route planner.
Zurich, Switzerland to Bar Harbor is an approximately 15-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Zurich to Bar Harbor is minus 6 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Bar Harbor can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can go by car to Lincoln.
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Lincoln — 2 nights
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Stretching through the White Mountain National Forest, Lincoln welcomes hikers along the Appalachian Trail.On the 1st (Sun), see the interesting displays at New England Ski Museum, see Off-Road Tours, and then take a memorable drive along Kancamagus Highway. On the 2nd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the striking landscape at Flume Gorge, then admire the majestic nature at Franconia Notch State Park, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at West Rattlesnake Mountain.
For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Lincoln trip itinerary builder website.
Getting from Bar Harbor to Lincoln by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. In September in Lincoln, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 10°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to drive to Bennington.
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Bennington — 1 night
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Bennington is a town in Bennington County, Vermont, in the United States. On the 3rd (Tue), stroll the grounds of New Catholic Cemetery, then appreciate the history behind Bennington Battle Monument, then make a trip to Silk Road Covered Bridge, and finally snap pictures at Bridge at the Green.
To find other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Bennington holiday website.
You can drive from Lincoln to Bennington in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. October in Bennington sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to drive to New Haven.
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To find other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Bennington holiday website.
You can drive from Lincoln to Bennington in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a bus. October in Bennington sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to drive to New Haven.
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New Haven — 2 nights
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New Haven, in the U.S. state of Connecticut, is the principal municipality in Greater New Haven, which had a total population of 862,477 in 2010. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): head off the coast to Thimble Islands, admire the majestic nature at Sleeping Giant State Park, and then experience rural life at Rowanwood Farm. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Thu): relax in the rural setting at Gotta's Farm and Cider Mill, take an in-depth tour of The Mark Twain House & Museum, and then walk around Wickham Park.
To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the New Haven tour planning app.
You can drive from Bennington to New Haven in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in New Haven when traveling from Bennington in October, with lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Boston.
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To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the New Haven tour planning app.
You can drive from Bennington to New Haven in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in New Haven when traveling from Bennington in October, with lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Boston.
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Boston — 5 nights
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Beantown
Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.Explore Boston's surroundings by going to Fisherman's Walk (in York Harbor), Ogunquit (Marginal Way Walkway & Perkins Cove) and Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Gloucester). There's much more to do: stroll around Boston Public Garden, stop by North End, take an in-depth tour of John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library, and make a trip to Faneuil Hall Marketplace.
To find other places to visit, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Boston trip itinerary planner.
Getting from New Haven to Boston by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car to Hyannis.
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Hyannis — 2 nights
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Capital of Cape Cod
"The Capital of the Cape," Hyannis serves as Cape Cod's main transportation and commercial hub.Start off your visit on the 11th (Wed): grab your bike and head to Shining Sea Bikeway, experience rural life at Coonamessett Farm, then get curious at Sandwich Glass Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Heritage Museums & Gardens. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at West Dennis Beach, then explore the world behind art at Atwood Museum, then get a new perspective on things with Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises, and finally steep yourself in history at Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum.
To see more things to do and other tourist information, you can read our Hyannis online trip builder.
Getting from Boston to Hyannis by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. In October, daily temperatures in Hyannis can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Provincetown.
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Provincetown — 3 nights
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Birthplace of American Liberty
A small resort town with a year-round population of just 3,000, Provincetown draws nearly 60,000 annual visitors with its scenic beaches, art colonies, galleries, theaters, and shops.Start off your visit on the 13th (Fri): explore the striking landscape of Cape Cod National Seashore. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Race Point Beach, then surround yourself with nature on Art's Dune Tours, then appreciate the history behind Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum, and finally take a leisurely stroll along MacMillan Wharf.
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Drive from Hyannis to Provincetown in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Provincetown are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) to allow 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.
White Mountains travel guide
The vast White Mountains cover not only a quarter of New Hampshire, but also a good portion of western Maine. A popular holiday destination for hiking and camping throughout the year, this mountain range includes some of the most rugged terrain in New England. Most of the area is public land, with a number of state parks and a sprawling national forest. The range includes 48 peaks over 1,200 m (4,000 ft) tall, popularly known as the "four-thousand footers." Mount Washington stands out among these, at 1,917 m (6,288 ft), as the highest peak in the northeastern section of the United States. To explore the mountains while on vacation, you can park at the national forest's trailheads, but be sure to purchase a parking permit at any of the area's visitor centers first.
Green Mountains travel guide
Cape Cod travel guide
Located on the southern shore of Massachusetts, Cape Cod contains some 15 towns and two islands. The arm-shaped peninsula is a popular holiday destination throughout the year because of its historical attractions, art galleries, award-winning restaurants, and a scenic coastline dotted by sandy beaches. Start your sightseeing in Provincetown, located at the very tip of the cape and famous for being the site of the first Pilgrims' landing in 1620. From there you can hit up all of the Cape's other small towns, renowned for their comfortable bed and breakfasts and distinctive cuisine of fresh fish and oyster dishes. This maritime community features more than a dozen lighthouses. Part of experiencing the Cape means a trip to its two islands--which showcase several lighthouses and numerous restaurants.
