22 days in Southern California, Nevada & Texas Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip itinerary planner
Start: Brisbane
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Los Angeles
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Santa Barbara
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Las Vegas
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Austin
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Corpus Christi
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Galveston, Galveston Island
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San Diego
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Los Angeles — 4 nights
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City of Angels
Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.Your inner history buff will appreciate The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens and St. Andrew Church. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Santa Monica State Beach and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Venture out of the city with trips to Newport Beach (in Newport Beach), Manhattan Beach (in Manhattan Beach) and 26-Mile Bike Path (in Santa Monica). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Crystal Cove, explore the landscape on two wheels at Long Beach Waterfront, stroll around Beverly Gardens Park, and explore the activities along Santa Monica Bay.
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Brisbane, Australia to Los Angeles is an approximately 16-hour flight. Traveling from Brisbane to Los Angeles, you'll gain 18 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Brisbane in June, expect Los Angeles to be a bit warmer, temps between 30°C and 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) early enough to drive to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara — 2 nights
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The American Riviera
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): kick back and relax at Carpinteria State Beach, see some colorful creatures with Calboat Diving - Spectre Dive Boat, and then stroll through Tar Pits Park. On the 21st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: kick back and relax at Goleta Beach, don't miss a visit to Old Mission Santa Barbara, then don't miss a visit to Santa Barbara County Courthouse, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf.
For reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Santa Barbara online trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in June, with highs in Santa Barbara at 26°C and lows at 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) to allow time to fly to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 4 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.Get outdoors at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Waterskiing & Jetskiing. Kids will appreciate attractions like Mount Charleston and Food Tours. There's much more to do: shop like a local with The Strip, take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, and see Off-Road Tours.
To see reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Las Vegas sightseeing planner.
You can fly from Santa Barbara to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In June, Las Vegas is warmer than Santa Barbara - with highs of 46°C and lows of 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can fly to Austin.
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Austin — 1 night
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Live Music Capital of the World
Despite its laid-back college vibe, Austin is an influential center for politics, technology, film, and music.Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): take an in-depth tour of LBJ Presidential Library, hike along Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail, then explore the activities along Barton Springs Pool, and finally get a sense of history and politics at Texas State Capitol.
To see ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Austin day trip planning tool.
You can fly from Las Vegas to Austin in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time to Central Standard Time is 2 hours. When traveling from Las Vegas in June, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Austin: temperatures range from 39°C by day to 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) early enough to fly to South Padre Island.
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South Padre Island — 1 night
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A vibrant resort town, South Padre Island sits on a barrier island of the same name, located just off the Texas Gulf Coast.Kick off your visit on the 27th (Tue): look for all kinds of wild species at Sea Turtle, Inc., take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, and then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
For ratings, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read South Padre Island trip planner.
You can fly from Austin to South Padre Island in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. When traveling from Austin in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in South Padre Island: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Corpus Christi.
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Corpus Christi — 2 nights
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Texas Riviera
A gulf coast town with a semi-tropical climate, Corpus Christi serves as a getaway destination with a life of its own.On the 28th (Wed), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Padre Island National Seashore. Here are some ideas for day two: brush up on your military savvy at USS Lexington Museum, then enjoy the sand and surf at Port Aransas Beach, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center.
To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read our Corpus Christi trip planning site.
Getting from South Padre Island to Corpus Christi by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of shuttle, bus, and taxi; or do a combination of taxi and bus. When traveling from South Padre Island in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Corpus Christi, with highs around 39°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Galveston.
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Galveston, Galveston Island — 2 nights
The Oleander City
An old colonial city and a busy cruise ship port less than an hour's drive from Houston, Galveston sits on Galveston Island and serves as a popular vacation destination for both domestic and international travelers.Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at El Jardin Del Mar, then take a stroll through The Strand, and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Sat): appreciate the extensive heritage of The Seawall, then contemplate the long history of 1892 Bishop's Palace, and then contemplate the long history of Moody Mansion.
To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, read Galveston trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Corpus Christi to Galveston takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Corpus Christi in June, expect nights in Galveston to be about the same, around 30°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 36°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to San Diego.
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San Diego — 5 nights
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America's Finest City
Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.You'll get in some beach time at South Carlsbad State Beach and Moonlight State Beach. Step off the beaten path and head to Cabrillo National Monument and Coronado Beach. Get out of town with these interesting San Diego side-trips: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (in Encinitas), Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Oceanside) and Carlsbad Village (in Carlsbad). There's lots more to do: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo, stroll around La Jolla Cove, kick back and relax at Children's Pool, and explore the galleries of Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
To see photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our San Diego road trip planner.
You can fly from Galveston to San Diego in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Galveston to San Diego, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Galveston in July, expect San Diego to be a bit cooler, temps between 29°C and 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Nevada travel guide
The Silver State
The neon streets of Las Vegas represent only one chapter in the story of Nevada, a sparsely populated state offering travelers a chance to discover the country's western frontier. Utterly unlike the more populated parts of the North American continent, Nevada's landscape includes huge deserts where you can easily leave modern civilization behind and enjoy a tranquil vacation. For a taste of untamed Nevada, explore the network of paved and unpaved roads leading to some of the world's most rugged and desolate natural wonders. If trying to make a fortune is high on your itinerary, remember that in the first state to legalize gambling, a slot machine is never too far away. Even gas stations and small motels in the largely deserted rural areas offer some form of gambling to the passing traveler.
Texas travel guide
The Lone Star State
Thanks to its size and geologic features, Texas contains diverse landscapes that closely resemble both the south and southwest of the United States. Though most people associate Texas with tracts of barren land, deserts cover only about 10 percent of the state, with most of its big population centers located in areas once covered by prairies, grasslands, and forests. As you travel from one end of Texas to the other, observe the changing terrain that ranges from coastal piney woods and swamps in the east to the mountains of the west, with rolling plains and rugged hills in the center. For a bit of urban sightseeing visit some of the state's large cities such as Houston, Dallas, or Austin, or immerse yourself in the nation's history by adding famous attractions like The Alamo to your itinerary. Take plenty of time to mingle with the locals, famous for their hospitality, generosity, and fiercely independent spirit.
