23 days in United States Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Los Angeles: Anaheim (Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure Park). Pack the 1st (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read Los Angeles travel planner.

If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Los Angeles International Airport, John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, Ontario International Airport, San Bernardino International Airport and Edwards Air Force Base. In July, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) to allow time to fly to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): don't miss a visit to The Strip, then admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and then enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller. Here are some ideas for day two: see Off-Road Tours, then take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, and then take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

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Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Los Angeles in August; daily highs in Las Vegas reach 45°C and lows reach 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.

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 4th (Fri): hike along South Kaibab Trail, then take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, and then explore the stunning scenery at Yavapai Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get a dose of the wild on Grand Canyon Mule Tours by Xanterra and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Rim Trail.

To see photos, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Grand Canyon National Park journey site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Las Vegas in August, things will get colder in Grand Canyon National Park: highs are around 31°C and lows about 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can travel to Page.

Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.

On the 6th (Sun), see human ingenuity at work at The Chains, capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, then take in breathtaking views at Antelope Canyon, and finally head outdoors with Outdoor Activities. On your second day here, take in the dramatic natural features at Coyote Buttes, explore the activities along Lake Powell, and then stroll through Horseshoe Bend.

To find photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Page online trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Page. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in August: high temperatures in Page hover around 39°C and lows are around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a shuttle to St. George.

St. Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To see more things to do, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, read St. George trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by shuttle from Page to St. George takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in St. George sees daily highs of 42°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Death Valley National Park.

Extreme heat and dryness create extreme landscapes in Death Valley National Park.

On the 9th (Wed), make a trip to Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, take in the dramatic natural features at Devil's Golf Course, contemplate the waterfront views at Badwater Basin, then cruise along Artist's Drive, then get engrossed in the history at The Ranch at Furnace Creek, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at Zabriskie Point.

To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Death Valley National Park trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from St. George to Death Valley National Park in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 43°C in August, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.

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.

On the 10th (Thu), explore the activities along Tenaya Lake, then cruise along Tioga Pass, then hike along North Dome, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls. Here are some ideas for day two: identify plant and animal life at Nature Center at Happy Isles, take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, take in the dramatic natural features at Sentinel Dome, explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point, then take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View, and finally explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bridalveil Fall.

To see more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park trip maker.

Explore your travel options from Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Death Valley National Park in August, plan for little chillier days in Yosemite National Park, with highs around 32°C, while nights are cooler with lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: stroll through Alcatraz Island, take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf, admire the natural beauty at Japanese Tea Garden, and steep yourself in history at Golden Gate Bridge.

To see reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our San Francisco sightseeing planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in August, plan for little chillier days in San Francisco, with highs around 26°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz remains synonymous with surfing, but this counterculture bastion offers plenty even if you don't plan to catch any waves.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): cruise along West Cliff Drive, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Manresa State Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Cruz Wharf, find something for the whole family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, then take in the waterfront at Boardwalk's Cocoanut Grove, and finally admire the majestic nature at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Santa Cruz trip tool.

Traveling by car from San Francisco to Santa Cruz takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Santa Cruz can reach 27°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Monterey.

Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): immerse yourself in nature at Point Lobos, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Monterey Bay Aquarium, and then admire all the interesting features of 17-Mile Drive.

For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, use the Monterey trip planner.

Getting from Santa Cruz to Monterey by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. August in Monterey sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Fri) to allow time for the car ride to Pismo Beach.

Pismo Beach is a city in San Luis Obispo County, in the Central Coast area of California, United States. Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): take a leisurely stroll along Pismo Pier. On your second day here, get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour, then immerse yourself in nature at Montana de Oro State Park, then steep yourself in history at Price Anniversary House - Price Historical Park, and finally see Off-Road Tours.

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Getting from Monterey to Pismo Beach by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. When traveling from Monterey in August, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Pismo Beach: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to drive to Marina del Rey.

Marina del Rey is an unincorporated seaside community and census-designated place (CDP) in Los Angeles County, California. Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): stroll through Santa Monica Bay, tour the pleasant surroundings at Santa Monica State Beach, then take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, and finally get in on the family fun at Pacific Park.

To find traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Marina del Rey trip planner.

You can drive from Pismo Beach to Marina del Rey in 3 hours. Traveling from Pismo Beach in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Marina del Rey, with lows of 21°C. You'll have a few hours on the 21st (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling home.