22 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States sightseeing planner
Start: Sydney
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Honolulu, Oahu
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Koloa, Kauai
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Lahaina, Maui
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New York City
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Las Vegas
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Los Angeles
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Hilo, Island of Hawaii
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Honolulu, Oahu — 3 nights
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Big Pineapple
Discover out-of-the-way places like Koko Crater Railway Trail and Waimea Bay. Get out of town with these interesting Honolulu side-trips: Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument (in Pupukea) and Shark Diving (in Haleiwa). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Iolani Palace, take in the pleasant sights at Diamond Head State Monument, explore the different monuments and memorials at USS Arizona Memorial, and take a tour of Battleship Missouri Memorial.
For ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Honolulu itinerary planner.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) is minus 20 hours. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Koloa.
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For ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Honolulu itinerary planner.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST) is minus 20 hours. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Koloa.
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Koloa, Kauai — 2 nights
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On the 29th (Sun), see some colorful creatures with Holo Holo Charters and then take in breathtaking views at Waimea Canyon State Park. Here are some ideas for day two: kick back and relax at Poipu Beach Park, relax in the rural setting at Kauai Coffee Company, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Wailua Falls.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Koloa trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Honolulu to Koloa takes 2.5 hours. In December, daily temperatures in Koloa can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Lahaina.
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To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Koloa trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Honolulu to Koloa takes 2.5 hours. In December, daily temperatures in Koloa can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Lahaina.
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Lahaina, Maui — 3 nights
Crown Jewel of Maui
Kick off your visit on the 31st (Tue): take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, observe the fascinating underwater world at Maui Ocean Center, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll around Lahaina Banyan Court, then wander the streets of Lahaina Front Street, and then whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Lahaina road trip app.
Traveling by flight from Koloa to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. December in Lahaina sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to New York City.
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To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Lahaina road trip app.
Traveling by flight from Koloa to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. December in Lahaina sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to New York City.
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New York City — 4 nights
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Big Apple
Step off the beaten path and head to Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours and The Oculus. There's still lots to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Empire State Building, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, stroll around Central Park, and hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour.
For more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the New York City trip tool.
Traveling by flight from Lahaina to New York City takes 12.5 hours. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Lahaina to New York City due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Lahaina in January, expect New York City to be cooler, temps between 5°C and -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can fly to Las Vegas.
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For more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the New York City trip tool.
Traveling by flight from Lahaina to New York City takes 12.5 hours. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Lahaina to New York City due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Lahaina in January, expect New York City to be cooler, temps between 5°C and -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can fly to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 4 nights
Sin City
You'll discover tucked-away gems like Food Tours and Room Escape Games. There's much more to do: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Charleston, get curious at Bodies The Exhibition, see the interesting displays at Shelby American Inc, and wander the streets of The LINQ Promenade.
To find photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas trip builder tool.
Traveling by flight from New York City to Las Vegas takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in January, things will get somewhat warmer in Las Vegas: highs are around 17°C and lows about 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can fly to Los Angeles.
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To find photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas trip builder tool.
Traveling by flight from New York City to Las Vegas takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in January, things will get somewhat warmer in Las Vegas: highs are around 17°C and lows about 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can fly to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 3 nights
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City of Angels
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to The Getty Center and The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens. Pack the 12th (Sun) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. And it doesn't end there: stop by LA Farmers' Market, get a new perspective on nature at La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, shop like a local with The Grove, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
For more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles trip itinerary maker app.
Getting from Las Vegas to Los Angeles by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Las Vegas in January, with highs in Los Angeles at 24°C and lows at 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to fly to Hilo.
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For more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles trip itinerary maker app.
Getting from Las Vegas to Los Angeles by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Las Vegas in January, with highs in Los Angeles at 24°C and lows at 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to fly to Hilo.
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Hilo, Island of Hawaii — 2 nights
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America's Wettest City
Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): admire the sheer force of Akaka Falls State Park, then take in nature's colorful creations at Hawaii Tropical Bioreserve and Garden, then take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Rainbow Falls.
For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Hilo road trip website.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Hilo takes 7.5 hours. Traveling from Los Angeles to Hilo, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In January, Hilo is somewhat warmer than Los Angeles - with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Hilo road trip website.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Hilo takes 7.5 hours. Traveling from Los Angeles to Hilo, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In January, Hilo is somewhat warmer than Los Angeles - with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly 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.
