23 days in United States Itinerary

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San Francisco
— 4 nights
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Yachats
— 2 nights
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Seattle
— 4 nights
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Astoria
— 3 nights
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Ellensburg
— 1 night
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Pullman
— 1 night
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Walla Walla
— 2 nights
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Portland
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San Francisco — 4 nights

City by the Bay

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge. When in San Francisco, make a side trip to see Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley, approximately Mill Valley away. The adventure continues: take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, make a trip to Lombard Street, appreciate the extensive heritage of Filbert Street Stairs, and examine the collection at Exploratorium.

To see photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read San Francisco trip itinerary planner.

Perth, Australia to San Francisco is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Perth to San Francisco is minus 16 hours. Traveling from Perth in July, things will get a bit warmer in San Francisco: highs are around 26°C and lows about 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can fly to Yachats.
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Yachats — 2 nights

On the 13th (Thu), explore the striking landscape at Devil's Churn, then cruise along Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest, then appreciate the history behind Bazalgette the Whale at Whale Park, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Yachats coastline. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): see Sandland Adventures, explore the fascinating underground world of Sea Lion Caves, and then visit a coastal fixture at Heceta Head Lighthouse.

To find traveler tips, photos, maps, and tourist information, use the Yachats online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Yachats takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from San Francisco in July, with highs in Yachats at 20°C and lows at 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Seattle.
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Nature · Parks · Outdoors · Tours
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Seattle — 4 nights

Emerald City

Bring the kids along to Space Needle and Hurricane Ridge. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, find something for the whole family at Seattle Great Wheel, pause for some photo ops at Fremont Troll, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Seattle Aquarium.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Seattle journey builder.

Getting from Yachats to Seattle by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Yachats in July: high temperatures in Seattle hover around 30°C and lows are around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Astoria.
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Astoria — 3 nights

Spirit of the Columbia

Attractions like Haystack Rock and Oswald West State Park make great kid-friendly stops. Venture out of the city with trips to Cannon Beach (Hug Point State Park, Ecola State Park, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape of Fort Clatsop National Memorial, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Seaside Aquarium, make a trip to Seaside Beach Lewis and Clark Monument, and look for all kinds of wild species at Astoria Column.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Astoria trip planner.

Traveling by car from Seattle to Astoria takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in July, things will get slightly colder in Astoria: highs are around 24°C and lows about 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can go by car to Ellensburg.
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Ellensburg — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): browse for treasures at Thorp Fruit & Antique Mall, cast your line with Red's Fly Shop - Day Tours, and then make a trip to Dick and Jane's Spot.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Ellensburg online itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Astoria to Ellensburg takes 4.5 hours. Traveling from Astoria in July, expect nights in Ellensburg to be about the same, around 17°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 37°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can travel to Pullman.
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Tours · Wildlife · Outdoors · Shopping
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Pullman — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): get curious at Charles R. Conner Museum, gain insight at Washington State University, then take in nature's colorful creations at Arboretum & Botanical Garden, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Latah Trail Bike Path.

To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Pullman online travel planner.

Explore your travel options from Ellensburg to Pullman with the Route module. Traveling from Ellensburg in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Pullman, with lows of 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can go by car to Walla Walla.
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Walla Walla — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): take an in-depth tour of Fort Walla Walla Museum, take an in-depth tour of Whitman Mission, then don't miss a visit to Browne Family Vineyards, then take in nature's colorful creations at Pioneer Park, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Patrick Church. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 26th (Wed): grab your bike and head to Helix Wheat Country, get a new perspective on nature at Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, and then contemplate the long history of Pendleton Woolen Mill Store.

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Walla Walla trip itinerary builder site.

You can drive from Pullman to Walla Walla in 2.5 hours. In July, Walla Walla is somewhat warmer than Pullman - with highs of 39°C and lows of 21°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Portland.
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Portland — 3 nights

City of Roses

Attractions like Powell's City of Books and Oregon Zoo: Together for Wildlife make great kid-friendly stops. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Portland: Starvation Creek State Park (in Cascade Locks), Multnomah Falls (in Bridal Veil) and Port Marina Park (in Hood River). There's still lots to do: trek along Wildwood Trail, tour the pleasant surroundings at Forest Park, admire the natural beauty at Lan Su Chinese Garden, and admire the landmark architecture of Pittock Mansion.

To find other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Portland trip planner.

Getting from Walla Walla to Portland by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Walla Walla in July: high temperatures in Portland hover around 33°C and lows are around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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United States travel guide

4.6
Specialty Museums · Historic Sites · Nightlife
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.
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Oregon travel guide

4.5
Gardens · State Parks · Specialty Museums
A land of many faces, Oregon is at once a state of rugged rocky coastlines and deep forests, as well as vibrant cities and small towns packed with award-winning restaurants and trendy shops. With nearly half of its land covered by dense fir, redwood, and pine forests, the state protects varied plant and animal life inside three national parks. In addition to pristine waterfalls, beaches, and lakes perfect for a holiday in nature, Oregon also offers numerous urban tourist attractions. Portland, the state's largest metropolis, notably includes more breweries than any other city in the world, and its central location makes it an ideal base for day trips to Oregon's emerging wine region and many parks.
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