22 days in United States Itinerary
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Start: North Royalton
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South Bend
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Saint Joseph
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South Haven
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South Haven
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Saugatuck
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Holland
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Grand Haven
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Charlevoix
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Traverse City
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End: North Royalton
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South Bend — 3 nights

South Bend is a city in and the county seat of St. On the 7th (Sat), sample the fine beverages at The Indiana Whiskey Company and then enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at University of Notre Dame. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Sun): browse the eclectic array of goods at Shipshewana Flea Market, then examine the collection at Studebaker National Museum, and then make a trip to River Lights Plaza.
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North Royalton to South Bend is an approximately 4-hour car ride. In September in South Bend, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car to Saint Joseph.
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North Royalton to South Bend is an approximately 4-hour car ride. In September in South Bend, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car to Saint Joseph.
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Saint Joseph — 1 day

St. Your day by day itinerary now includes Holland State Park Beach, Oval Beach, KJC ATV Rentals and Trails of South Haven, and other attractions you added. On the 10th (Tue), pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of the Sacred Heart, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shrine of the Christ's Passion, take in the exciting artwork at Box Factory for the Arts, then do a tasting at Shady Creek Winery, then contemplate the long history of Honolulu House Museum, and finally enjoy the sea views from South Haven Lighthouses.
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Drive from South Bend to Saint Joseph in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Saint Joseph sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car to South Haven.
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Drive from South Bend to Saint Joseph in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. September in Saint Joseph sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can go by car to South Haven.
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South Haven — 3 nights

South Haven is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. Your day by day itinerary now includes Van Buren State Park as well as Cogdal Vineyards. Start off your visit on the 11th (Wed): learn about winemaking at Cogdal Vineyards, stop by The Pink Patio, pick up some local products at Holland Farmers Market, then visit a coastal fixture at Grand Haven Lighthouse and Pier, and finally see the interesting displays at Gilmore Car Museum. On the next day, glide through natural beauty at Saugatuck Dunes State Park, then do a tasting at Fenn Valley Vineyards, then stroll through Kal Haven Trail, and finally admire the majestic nature at Van Buren State Park.
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Drive from Saint Joseph to South Haven in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September, daytime highs in South Haven are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Fri) to allow time for travel to South Haven.
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Drive from Saint Joseph to South Haven in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train. In September, daytime highs in South Haven are 74°F, while nighttime lows are 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Fri) to allow time for travel to South Haven.
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South Haven — 2 nights
Your day by day itinerary now includes Van Buren State Park as well as Cogdal Vineyards. Start off your visit on the 13th (Fri): stop by Decadent Dogs and then admire the majestic nature at Van Buren State Park. On the 14th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the historical opulence of The Henderson Castle, then see the interesting displays at Michigan Maritime Museum, then learn about winemaking at Cogdal Vineyards, and finally see the interesting displays at Liberty Hyde Bailey Museum.
To see ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the South Haven trip planner.
Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Saugatuck.
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Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Saugatuck.
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Saugatuck — 3 nights

Saugatuck is a city in Allegan County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Your day by day itinerary now includes Tabor Hill Wine Port as well as Fenn Valley Vineyards - Saugatuck Tasting Room. Amazwi Contemporary Art and Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Do some cultural sightseeing at Virtue Cider and W. K. Kellogg Manor House. Next up on the itinerary: tee off at Ravines Golf Club, explore the activities along Kalamazoo River, pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Saugatuck Antique Pavilion, and kick back and relax at Douglas Beach Park.
For reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Saugatuck road trip planning app.
Saugatuck is just a stone's throw from South Haven. September in Saugatuck sees daily highs of 76°F and lows of 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Holland.
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Saugatuck is just a stone's throw from South Haven. September in Saugatuck sees daily highs of 76°F and lows of 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Holland.
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Holland — 2 nights
Holland is a city in the western region of the Lower Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Thu): see what you can catch with a fishing tour, then pick up some local products at Bowerman Blueberries Farm Market, then explore the striking landscape at Mount Pisgah, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Ninth Street Christian Reformed Church. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Holland Peanut Store, then stroll through Laketown Beach, and then try to win big at Gun Lake Casino.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Holland road trip tool.
Holland is just a stone's throw from Saugatuck. In September in Holland, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 54°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Grand Haven.
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Holland is just a stone's throw from Saugatuck. In September in Holland, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 54°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Grand Haven.
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Grand Haven — 2 nights

Grand Haven is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Ottawa County. You've now added Grand Haven Musical Fountain to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): admire the local landmark of Grand Haven Musical Fountain, see the interesting displays at USS Silversides Submarine Museum, then stop by The Cheese Lady, then hike along Rosy Mound Natural Area, and finally visit a coastal fixture at Grand Haven Lighthouse and Pier. On the 22nd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll around Ludington State Park.
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Grand Haven is very close to Holland. September in Grand Haven sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can drive to Charlevoix.
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Grand Haven is very close to Holland. September in Grand Haven sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can drive to Charlevoix.
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Charlevoix — 2 nights

Charlevoix is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan. You've now added North Point Nature Preserve to your itinerary. On the 23rd (Mon), identify plant and animal life at North Point Nature Preserve, catch all the local highlights with Mushroom House Tours, explore the historical opulence of Castle Farms, then stop by Historic Gaslight District, then look for all kinds of wild species at Thorne Swift Nature Preserve, and finally look for gifts at Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen. On your second day here, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cross In The Woods National Shrine, then look for all kinds of wild species at The Oden State Fish Hatchery, and then stroll through Little Traverse Wheelway.
For reviews, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Charlevoix online holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Grand Haven to Charlevoix takes 3.5 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Grand Haven in September: highs in Charlevoix hover around 70°F, while lows dip to 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Traverse City.
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Traveling by car from Grand Haven to Charlevoix takes 3.5 hours. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Grand Haven in September: highs in Charlevoix hover around 70°F, while lows dip to 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Traverse City.
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Traverse City — 4 nights
Cherry Capital of the World
Traverse City might be well known for its huge cherry industry, but its position along Grand Traverse Bay in Lake Michigan endows it with fine scenery and a wealth of outdoor attractions.Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Grand Traverse Lighthouse Museum will appeal to history buffs. Head to The Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Michigan Artists Galleryfor plenty of shopping. Step out of Traverse City to go to Manistee and see First Street Beach, which is approximately 1h 20 min away. The adventure continues: visit a coastal fixture at Mission Point Lighthouse, look for gifts at American Spoon, do a tasting at Left Foot Charley Winery, and see the interesting displays at Music House Museum.
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Traveling by car from Charlevoix to Traverse City takes 1.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 74°F in September, and nighttime lows around 54°F. On the 28th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive 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.