23 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States journey planner
Start: Tel Aviv
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Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island
— 2 nights
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Custer
— 2 nights
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Santa Fe
— 2 nights
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Moab
— 2 nights
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Zion National Park
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 2 nights
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Sedona
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Drive to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Drive to Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite National Park
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Yellowstone National Park
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Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island — 2 nights

Bar Harbor is a town on Mount Desert Island in Hancock County, Maine, United States. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Cadillac Mountain and Shore Path. Take a break from the city and head to Park Loop Road and Ocean Path. The adventure continues: contemplate the waterfront views at Jordan Pond Path Trailhead and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.
To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Bar Harbor travel planner.
Tel Aviv, Israel to Bar Harbor is an approximately 17-hour flight. Traveling from Tel Aviv to Bar Harbor, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Tel Aviv in September, expect nights in Bar Harbor to be colder, around 13°C, while days are slightly colder, around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Custer.
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To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Bar Harbor travel planner.
Tel Aviv, Israel to Bar Harbor is an approximately 17-hour flight. Traveling from Tel Aviv to Bar Harbor, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Tel Aviv in September, expect nights in Bar Harbor to be colder, around 13°C, while days are slightly colder, around 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Custer.
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Custer — 2 nights

Generally considered to be the oldest town established by European Americans in the Black Hills, Custer began as a mining town.Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sun): explore the striking landscape of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, admire the majestic nature at Custer State Park, then take a memorable drive along Wildlife Loop Road, and finally take a memorable drive along Iron Mountain Road. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Sylvan Lake, take in the dramatic natural features at Needles Eye Tunnel, and then hike along Presidential Trail.
To see where to stay, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Custer trip maker app.
Getting from Bar Harbor to Custer by flight takes about 9.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Bar Harbor to Custer due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Bar Harbor in September, plan for slightly colder nights in Custer, with lows around 8°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Santa Fe.
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Santa Fe — 2 nights
City Different
Santa Fe continuously ranks among the world's top holiday destinations, attracting visitors with its unusual combination of scenic beauty, rich history, cultural diversity, and high concentration of performing arts venues, fine restaurants, and interesting attractions.Start off your visit on the 19th (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, wander the streets of Canyon Road, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Loretto Chapel. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Santa Fe Plaza, then explore the stunning scenery at Bandelier National Monument, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument.
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You can fly from Custer to Santa Fe in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. Traveling from Custer in September, things will get somewhat warmer in Santa Fe: highs are around 31°C and lows about 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to fly to Moab.
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Moab — 2 nights
Red Desert
The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.Start off your visit on the 21st (Thu): take in the dramatic natural features at Fiery Furnace, make a trip to Delicate Arch, and then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour. Keep things going the next day: immerse yourself in nature at Dead Horse Point State Park and then scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour.
For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Moab journey planner.
Traveling by flight from Santa Fe to Moab takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. In September, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Zion National Park.
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Zion National Park — 1 night

Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): cruise along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, then trek along Angel's Landing, and then take a memorable drive along Zion Shuttle.
To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Zion National Park trip itinerary planner.
Getting from Moab to Zion National Park by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of car and flight. Expect slightly colder evenings in Zion National Park when traveling from Moab in September, with lows around 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 2 nights

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.Kick off your visit on the 24th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at South Kaibab Trail, then cruise along East Rim Drive, then explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, and finally take in breathtaking views at Yavapai Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Mon): hike along Rim Trail and then get a dose of the wild on Grand Canyon Mule Tours by Xanterra.
To find maps, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park travel route planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Zion National Park to Grand Canyon National Park. In September, Grand Canyon National Park is a bit cooler than Zion National Park - with highs of 28°C and lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Sedona.
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Sedona — 2 nights
Red Rock Country
Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.Kick off your visit on the 26th (Tue): explore and take pictures at Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179), then take in the dramatic natural features at Bell Rock, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Cathedral Rock. Keep things going the next day: hike along Airport Mesa and then take in breathtaking views at Oak Creek Canyon.
To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Sedona trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Sedona. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in September, expect Sedona to be somewhat warmer, temps between 34°C and 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 4 nights

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Yosemite, Tunnel View and Bridalveil Fall. Step out of the city life by going to Glacier Point and Sentinel Dome. And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Pioneer Yosemite History Center, make a trip to Olmsted Point, hike along Tuolumne Meadows, and look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Center at Happy Isles.
To see other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park trip maker tool.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sedona to Yosemite National Park. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Sedona in September, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be cooler, around 3°C, while days are slightly colder, around 27°C. You will leave for Yellowstone National Park on the 1st (Sun).
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Yellowstone National Park — 4 nights
World's Largest Collection of Geysers
An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.Escape the urban bustle at Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring. Discover out-of-the-way places like Upper Geyser Basin and Midway Geyser Basin. There's much more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Mystic Falls Trail, take in the natural beauty of West Thumb Geyser Basin, explore the striking landscape at Blue Star Spring, and explore the striking landscape of Aurum Geyser.
To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Yellowstone National Park road trip planning app.
You can do a combination of bus and flight from Yosemite National Park to Yellowstone National Park in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, shuttle, and taxi. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. While traveling from Yosemite National Park, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Yellowstone National Park, ranging from highs of 9°C to lows of -4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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.