20 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip builder
Start: Phoenix
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Phoenix
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Grand Canyon National Park
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Marble Canyon
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Monument Valley
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Arches National Park
— 1 night
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Capitol Reef National Park
— 1 night
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Bryce Canyon National Park
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Zion National Park
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Las Vegas
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Death Valley National Park
— 1 day
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Yosemite National Park
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Santa Clarita
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Phoenix — 1 night
To see maps, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Phoenix trip itinerary planner.
If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Luke Air Force Base. In August, plan for daily highs up to 47°C, and evening lows to 33°C. On the 4th (Fri), you're off to Grand Canyon National Park.
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If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Luke Air Force Base. In August, plan for daily highs up to 47°C, and evening lows to 33°C. On the 4th (Fri), you're off to Grand Canyon National Park.
Grand Canyon National Park — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): take in breathtaking views at North Rim Visitor Center and then explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim.
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Getting from Phoenix to Grand Canyon National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of flight, taxi, and bus. Traveling from Phoenix in August, expect Grand Canyon National Park to be much colder, temps between 31°C and 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to drive to Marble Canyon.
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Getting from Phoenix to Grand Canyon National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of flight, taxi, and bus. Traveling from Phoenix in August, expect Grand Canyon National Park to be much colder, temps between 31°C and 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to drive to Marble Canyon.
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Marble Canyon — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sat): hike along Cathedral Wash Trail, cruise along Vermillion Cliffs Scenic Highway, and then contemplate the long history of Old Cliff Dwellers Lodge (Blanche Russell Rock House).
To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Marble Canyon sightseeing planner.
Drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Marble Canyon in 2.5 hours. In August, Marble Canyon is somewhat warmer than Grand Canyon National Park - with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can drive to Monument Valley.
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To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Marble Canyon sightseeing planner.
Drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Marble Canyon in 2.5 hours. In August, Marble Canyon is somewhat warmer than Grand Canyon National Park - with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can drive to Monument Valley.
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Monument Valley — 1 night
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On the 6th (Sun), hike along Wildcat Trail.
To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Monument Valley tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Marble Canyon to Monument Valley takes 3 hours. Traveling from Marble Canyon in August, things will get a bit cooler in Monument Valley: highs are around 36°C and lows about 17°C. You will have some time to spend on the 7th (Mon) before leaving for Arches National Park.
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To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Monument Valley tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Marble Canyon to Monument Valley takes 3 hours. Traveling from Marble Canyon in August, things will get a bit cooler in Monument Valley: highs are around 36°C and lows about 17°C. You will have some time to spend on the 7th (Mon) before leaving for Arches National Park.
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Arches National Park — 1 night
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A Red Rock Wonderland
On the 7th (Mon), tour the pleasant surroundings at Double Arch, explore the striking landscape at Delicate Arch, trek along Fiery Furnace, then take in the dramatic natural features at Landscape Arch, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at Pine Tree Arch.
To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Arches National Park attractions website.
You can drive from Monument Valley to Arches National Park in 3.5 hours. In August in Arches National Park, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Capitol Reef National Park.
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To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Arches National Park attractions website.
You can drive from Monument Valley to Arches National Park in 3.5 hours. In August in Arches National Park, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Capitol Reef National Park.
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Capitol Reef National Park — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Gifford Homestead, then steep yourself in history at Fruita Campground, then don't miss a visit to Fremont Petroglyphs, and finally trek along Goosenecks Overlook. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Capitol Reef National Park .
To find maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Capitol Reef National Park sightseeing planner.
Getting from Arches National Park to Capitol Reef National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. In August, Capitol Reef National Park is little chillier than Arches National Park - with highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.
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To find maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Capitol Reef National Park sightseeing planner.
Getting from Arches National Park to Capitol Reef National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. In August, Capitol Reef National Park is little chillier than Arches National Park - with highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.
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Bryce Canyon National Park — 1 night
To find maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Bryce Canyon National Park trip planner.
You can drive from Capitol Reef National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in Bryce Canyon National Park sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C at night. On the 10th (Thu), you're off to Zion National Park.
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You can drive from Capitol Reef National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in Bryce Canyon National Park sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 9°C at night. On the 10th (Thu), you're off to Zion National Park.
Zion National Park — 3 nights
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Spend the 10th (Thu) exploring nature at The Narrows. Spend the 11th (Fri) exploring nature at Zion National Park. There's still lots to do: get great views at Observation Point, take a memorable drive along Zion Shuttle, explore and take pictures at Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, and trek along Angel's Landing.
To find more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read Zion National Park trip itinerary maker.
Drive from Bryce Canyon National Park to Zion National Park in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In August, Zion National Park is somewhat warmer than Bryce Canyon National Park - with highs of 38°C and lows of 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Las Vegas.
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To find more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read Zion National Park trip itinerary maker.
Drive from Bryce Canyon National Park to Zion National Park in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In August, Zion National Park is somewhat warmer than Bryce Canyon National Park - with highs of 38°C and lows of 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 3 nights
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Sin City
Las Vegas is known for nightlife, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, buy something for everyone on your list at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort, examine the collection at The Mob Museum, and make a trip to Mirage Volcano.
For more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas online road trip planner.
Drive from Zion National Park to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of car and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Zion National Park to Las Vegas is minus 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Zion National Park in August: highs in Las Vegas hover around 45°C, while lows dip to 29°C. You will leave for Death Valley National Park on the 16th (Wed).
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For more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas online road trip planner.
Drive from Zion National Park to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of car and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Zion National Park to Las Vegas is minus 1 hour. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Zion National Park in August: highs in Las Vegas hover around 45°C, while lows dip to 29°C. You will leave for Death Valley National Park on the 16th (Wed).
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Death Valley National Park — 1 day
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Hottest, Driest, Lowest
Start off your visit on the 16th (Wed): take a memorable drive along Artist's Drive, explore the activities along Badwater Basin, take an in-depth tour of The Ranch at Furnace Creek, then take in the dramatic natural features at Zabriskie Point, and finally take in breathtaking views at Golden Canyon.
For maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Death Valley National Park trip itinerary planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Death Valley National Park. Traveling from Las Vegas in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Death Valley National Park, with lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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For maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Death Valley National Park trip itinerary planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Death Valley National Park. Traveling from Las Vegas in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Death Valley National Park, with lows of 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 1 night
To see traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park online itinerary builder.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park. When traveling from Death Valley National Park in August, plan for slightly colder days in Yosemite National Park, with highs around 32°C, while nights are much colder with lows around 7°C. On the 17th (Thu), you'll travel to San Francisco.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park. When traveling from Death Valley National Park in August, plan for slightly colder days in Yosemite National Park, with highs around 32°C, while nights are much colder with lows around 7°C. On the 17th (Thu), you'll travel to San Francisco.
San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
Take a break from San Francisco with a short trip to Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley, about 52 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, wander the streets of Union Square, take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, and take in the pleasant sights at Lombard Street.
For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read San Francisco road trip app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in August, expect nights in San Francisco to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are little chillier, around 26°C. On the 20th (Sun), you'll travel to Santa Clarita.
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For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read San Francisco road trip app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in August, expect nights in San Francisco to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are little chillier, around 26°C. On the 20th (Sun), you'll travel to Santa Clarita.
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Santa Clarita — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): immerse yourself in nature at Santa Susana Pass State Historical Park. On the next day, admire the engineering at St. Francis Dam-Ruins of Collapsed Dam, find something for the whole family at Six Flags Magic Mountain, and then take in the pleasant sights at Towsley Canyon Park.
For other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Santa Clarita online trip maker.
Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Santa Clarita takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in August, expect Santa Clarita to be a bit warmer, temps between 36°C and 24°C. On the 22nd (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
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For other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Santa Clarita online trip maker.
Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Santa Clarita takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in August, expect Santa Clarita to be a bit warmer, temps between 36°C and 24°C. On the 22nd (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading 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.
