20 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip itinerary planner
Start: Chicago
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Chicago
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Chamberlain
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Badlands National Park
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Spearfish
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Custer
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Yellowstone National Park
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Thermopolis
— 2 nights
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Cody
— 2 nights
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Jackson Hole
— 2 nights
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Cheyenne
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End: Cheyenne
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Chicago — 1 day
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Windy City
On the 13th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank, kick back and relax at Oak Street Beach, then contemplate the waterfront views at Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, and finally take in the pleasant sights at The 606.
For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Chicago trip planning website.
If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Gary Chicago International Airport. In July, daily temperatures in Chicago can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Chamberlain.
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If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiports are Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport and Gary Chicago International Airport. In July, daily temperatures in Chicago can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Chamberlain.
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Chamberlain — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): get engrossed in the history at South Dakota Hall of Fame, then appreciate the history behind Dignity, then see the interesting displays at South Dakota Tractor Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Akta Lakota Museum. Keep things going the next day: see what you can catch with Allen's Hillside Guide Service and then hunt for treasures at Old West Trading Post.
To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read Chamberlain tour planner.
You can drive from Chicago to Chamberlain in 10.5 hours. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Chicago in July since evenings lows in Chamberlain dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Badlands National Park.
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You can drive from Chicago to Chamberlain in 10.5 hours. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Chicago in July since evenings lows in Chamberlain dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Badlands National Park.
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Badlands National Park — 2 nights
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On the 16th (Sun), don't miss a visit to Pinnacles Overlook, get to know the fascinating history of Sage Creek Wilderness Area, then explore the striking landscape of Panorama Point Overlook, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Castle Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the striking landscape at Big Badlands Overlook, head outdoors with Hurley Butte Horseback Riding, explore the striking landscape at White River Valley Overlook, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bigfoot Pass Overlook, then take in the dramatic natural features at Burns Basin Overlook, and finally explore the striking landscape at Homestead Overlook.
For reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Badlands National Park route maker website.
Getting from Chamberlain to Badlands National Park by car takes about 2.5 hours. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Chamberlain to Badlands National Park due to the time zone difference. In July in Badlands National Park, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Spearfish.
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Getting from Chamberlain to Badlands National Park by car takes about 2.5 hours. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Chamberlain to Badlands National Park due to the time zone difference. In July in Badlands National Park, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Spearfish.
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Spearfish — 2 nights
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On the 18th (Tue), take an in-depth tour of Old Fort Meade Museum, then learn about winemaking at Belle Joli Winery Sparkling House, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Black Hill National Cemetery, and finally get great views at Cement Ridge Lookout. On the 19th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: shop like a local with Termesphere Gallery (Call for Appointment), admire the sheer force of Spearfish Falls, then don't miss a visit to Deadwood Model Train, and finally cool off at Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center.
To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Spearfish day trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Badlands National Park to Spearfish takes 2 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Badlands National Park to Spearfish is 1 hour. When traveling from Badlands National Park in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Spearfish: temperatures range from 33°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can drive to Custer.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Spearfish day trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Badlands National Park to Spearfish takes 2 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Badlands National Park to Spearfish is 1 hour. When traveling from Badlands National Park in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Spearfish: temperatures range from 33°C by day to 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can drive to Custer.
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Custer — 2 nights
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On the 20th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Custer County 1881 Courthouse, then explore the activities along Stockade Lake, and then take a memorable drive along Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at South Dakota State Railroad Museum, Ltd., stop by The Farmer's Daughter, then learn more about the world around you at The Museum @ Black Hills Institute, and finally make a trip to Brule.
For other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Custer trip itinerary maker site.
Getting from Spearfish to Custer by car takes about 2 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Spearfish to Custer. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Spearfish in July since evenings lows in Custer dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Yellowstone National Park.
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For other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Custer trip itinerary maker site.
Getting from Spearfish to Custer by car takes about 2 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Spearfish to Custer. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Spearfish in July since evenings lows in Custer dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Yellowstone National Park.
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Yellowstone National Park — 2 nights
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World's Largest Collection of Geysers
Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): witness a stunning natural landmark at Mud Volcano, then contemplate the waterfront views at Dragon's Mouth Springs, and then trek along Storm Point Trail. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at North Rim Trail, stroll through Brink of the Lower Falls Trail, then take in the dramatic scenery at Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River, then take in the dramatic natural features at Artists Paintpots, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Gibbon Falls.
Make your Yellowstone National Park itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.
Traveling by flight from Custer to Yellowstone National Park takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Custer in July, expect Yellowstone National Park to be little chillier, temps between 26°C and 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Thermopolis.
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Traveling by flight from Custer to Yellowstone National Park takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Custer in July, expect Yellowstone National Park to be little chillier, temps between 26°C and 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Thermopolis.
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Thermopolis — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): trek along Gooseberry Badlands Scenic Overlook & Trail, then get to know the fascinating history of Legend Rock Petroglyph Site, and then make a trip to Wind River Canyon. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Hot Springs County Museum, look for gifts at Storyteller, and then take in the natural beauty of TePee Pools and Spa.
For traveler tips, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read Thermopolis itinerary maker website.
You can drive from Yellowstone National Park to Thermopolis in 3.5 hours. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Thermopolis when traveling from Yellowstone National Park in July, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can drive to Cody.
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You can drive from Yellowstone National Park to Thermopolis in 3.5 hours. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Thermopolis when traveling from Yellowstone National Park in July, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can drive to Cody.
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Cody — 2 nights
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Preferred Gateway to Yellowstone
Kick off your visit on the 26th (Wed): take an in-depth tour of Historic Cody Mural and Museum, see the interesting displays at Meeteetse Museums, and then mingle with the ghosts of the past at Kirwin Ghost Town. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of The Buffalo Bill Reservoir, then immerse yourself in nature at Buffalo Bill State Park, then explore the world behind art at Whitney Western Art Museum, and finally stop by Cowtown Candy Company.
To find traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Cody trip itinerary builder tool.
Traveling by car from Thermopolis to Cody takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Thermopolis in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Cody, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Jackson Hole.
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Traveling by car from Thermopolis to Cody takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Thermopolis in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Cody, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can go by car to Jackson Hole.
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Jackson Hole — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of St. John's Episcopal Church, then make a trip to Wild By Nature Gallery, then don't miss a visit to Antler Arches of Jackson, and finally take a tour by water with Mangis Fishing Guides. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Sat): trek along Taggart Lake, take in the dramatic natural features at Inspiration Point, and then explore the stunning scenery at Cascade Canyon.
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Getting from Cody to Jackson Hole by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Cody in July, plan for little chillier nights in Jackson Hole, with lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Cheyenne.
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Getting from Cody to Jackson Hole by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Traveling from Cody in July, plan for little chillier nights in Jackson Hole, with lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Cheyenne.
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Cheyenne — 3 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as Lakeview Cemetery and Poudre Trail. Do some cultural sightseeing at Nelson Museum of the West and The Farm at Lee Martinez Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Fort Collins (The 1879 Avery House & Spas).
To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Cheyenne attractions planner.
You can fly from Jackson Hole to Cheyenne in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Jackson Hole in July since evenings lows in Cheyenne dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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You can fly from Jackson Hole to Cheyenne in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Jackson Hole in July since evenings lows in Cheyenne dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough 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.
South Dakota travel guide
The State of Great Faces and Great Places
Famous for the cliffside monuments of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse memorial, South Dakota is a land of Old West history, American Indian culture, and impressive natural wonders. Get to know the state's diverse and breathtaking landscape with a trip through Custer National Park, with a herd of 1,300 free-roaming bison, or by traversing the dramatic peaks of Badlands National Park near the Black Hills. Allow time in your itinerary to visit the state's largest city, Sioux Falls, for shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a number of museums and historical attractions.
Wyoming travel guide
The Equality State
Still largely undiscovered by foreign tourism, Wyoming is anything but "the bunchgrass edge of the world," as a writer once called it. Though the state's geography includes mostly wide-open plains, swaths of high desert, and sweeping mountain ridges, it also contains many small towns filled with places to visit, such as historical buildings, museums, shops, and restaurants. A great place to discover the last vestiges of the Old West, Wyoming's tourist attractions include the country's first national park, Native American reservations, and a smattering of ghost towns from the early frontier days. As you travel across this "Cowboy State," remember that distances between towns can be vast, requiring more advance vacation planning than travel in more densely populated parts of the country.
