26 days in United States Itinerary
26 days in United States Itinerary
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26 days in United States Itinerary
Start: Melbourne
Fly:
17h 30min
1
Los Angeles
— 4 nights
Fly:
5h 45min
2
Saint Louis
— 2 nights
Drive:
4h 30min
3
Louisville
— 2 nights
Drive:
3h
4
Nashville
— 4 nights
car:
5h 30min
5
Savannah
— 3 nights
Drive:
4h 15min
6
Atlanta
— 3 nights
Drive:
2h 45min
7
Montgomery
— 1 night
Drive:
5h 15min
8
New Orleans
— 4 nights
Fly:
25h
End: Melbourne
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4
nights
Los Angeles
4
nights

City of Angels
Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.Visiting Newport Beach and Venice Beach and Boardwalk will get you outdoors. Explore hidden gems such as Battleship USS Iowa Museum and Petersen Automotive Museum. Step out of Los Angeles to go to Anaheim and see Disneyland Park, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: examine the collection at The Getty Center, learn more about the world around you at La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, enjoy some diversion at California Science Center, and don't miss a visit to Hollywood Walk of Fame.
To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Los Angeles attractions site .
Melbourne, Australia to Los Angeles is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of flight and bus. You'll gain 18 hours traveling from Melbourne to Los Angeles due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Melbourne in October, expect Los Angeles to be a bit warmer, temps between 32°C and 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can travel to Saint Louis.
Things to do in Los Angeles
Side Trips
Santa Monica Pier, Newport Beach, Disneyland Park
Highlights from your plan

Disneyland Park
12:00pm, Tue Oct 20

Newport Beach
10:30am, Fri Oct 23

The Getty Center
12:30pm, Wed Oct 21
2
nights
Saint Louis
2
nights

Gateway to the West
Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C.Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sun): admire the natural beauty at Missouri Botanical Garden, examine the collection at Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, then examine the collection at City Museum, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get curious at Myseum and then identify plant and animal life at Sachs Butterfly House.
For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Saint Louis journey builder site .
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Saint Louis takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Los Angeles to Saint Louis is 2 hours. Traveling from Los Angeles in October, expect Saint Louis to be little chillier, temps between 26°C and 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can drive to Louisville.
Things to do in Saint Louis
Side Trip
Sachs Butterfly House
Highlights from your plan

Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
4:00pm, Sun Oct 25

Myseum
10:00am, Mon Oct 26

City Museum
1:30pm, Sun Oct 25
2
nights
Louisville
2
nights

Derby City
Kentucky’s largest city, Louisville, is best known as the home of the Kentucky Derby.Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): Head underground at Louisville Mega Cavern, then see the interesting displays at Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, and then putt your heart out at Malibu Jack's Louisville. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at 21c Museum Hotel, sample the fine beverages at Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Zachary Taylor National Cemetery, then see the interesting displays at Kentucky Derby Museum, and finally try your luck at Churchill Downs.
To see photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Louisville itinerary builder site .
Drive from Saint Louis to Louisville in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Saint Louis to Louisville, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. October in Louisville sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to drive to Nashville.
Things to do in Louisville
Highlights from your plan

Kentucky Derby Museum
1:00pm, Wed Oct 28

Churchill Downs
4:00pm, Wed Oct 28

Louisville Mega Cavern
10:00am, Tue Oct 27
4
nights
Nashville
4
nights

Music City U.S.A.
Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.RCA Studio B and Frist Art Museum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get some historical perspective at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park and Natchez Trace Parkway. There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, stroll through Belmont Mansion, steep yourself in history at Belle Meade Plantation, and get engrossed in the history at The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe.
For where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Nashville online sightseeing planner .
Drive from Louisville to Nashville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. Traveling from Louisville to Nashville, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. October in Nashville sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) so you can travel to Savannah.
Things to do in Nashville
Highlights from your plan

Lane Motor Museum
2:00pm, Thu Oct 29

RCA Studio B
12:00pm, Sat Oct 31

Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
4:00pm, Thu Oct 29
3
nights
Savannah
3
nights

The Hostess City of the South
Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.You'll explore and learn at National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force and American Prohibition Museum. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Mickve Israel Temple and Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace. The adventure continues: stroll the grounds of Colonial Park Cemetery, take a stroll through Savannah Historic District, admire the masterpieces at Telfair Academy, and learn about all things military at Old Fort Jackson.
To see more things to do, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Savannah trip planner .
You can fly from Nashville to Savannah in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Nashville to Savannah. Traveling from Nashville in November, expect Savannah to be a bit warmer, temps between 24°C and 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Atlanta.
Things to do in Savannah
Side Trip
National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
Highlights from your plan

National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
10:00am, Wed Nov 4

Mickve Israel Temple
5:30pm, Wed Nov 4

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace
2:00pm, Mon Nov 2
3
nights
Atlanta
3
nights

The Capital of the South
Georgia’s largest city and capital, Atlanta is a thriving metropolis anchored by its southern roots.You'll discover tucked-away gems like Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and Center for Civil and Human Rights. Margaret Mitchell House and Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta will appeal to museum buffs. Take a break from Atlanta with a short trip to Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center in Locust Grove, about 56 minutes away. There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Centennial Olympic Park, admire the masterpieces at Interact Art Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Swan House, and examine the collection at Extreme Dinosaurs.
For more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Atlanta day trip planning website .
Fly from Savannah to Atlanta in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. Traveling from Savannah in November, expect Atlanta to be little chillier, temps between 21°C and 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Montgomery.
Things to do in Atlanta
Side Trip
Noah's Ark Rehabilitation Center
Highlights from your plan

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
10:00am, Sat Nov 7

Center for Civil and Human Rights
2:00pm, Fri Nov 6

Centennial Olympic Park
4:00pm, Fri Nov 6
1
night
Montgomery
1
night

Montgomery is the capital of the U.S. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sun): admire the natural beauty at Wilderness Park, stroll the grounds of Greenwood Cemetery, then identify plant and animal life at Alabama Safari Park, and finally get engrossed in the history at Equal Justice Initiative.
For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Montgomery sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Atlanta to Montgomery in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. In November, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to go by car to New Orleans.
For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Montgomery sightseeing planner.
You can drive from Atlanta to Montgomery in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. In November, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to go by car to New Orleans.
Things to do in Montgomery
Side Trip
Wilderness Park
Highlights from your plan

Alabama Safari Park
1:30pm, Sun Nov 8

Equal Justice Initiative
4:00pm, Sun Nov 8

Greenwood Cemetery
11:00am, Sun Nov 8
4
nights
New Orleans
4
nights

The Big Easy
Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Whitney Plantation and The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden at NOMA. Escape the urban bustle at Kayaking & Canoeing and Global Wildlife Center. Change things up with a short trip to The Myrtles Plantation in Saint Francisville (about 1h 55 min away). The adventure continues: partake in some friendly competition at Escape My Room New Orleans, learn about all things military at The National WWII Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Our Sacred Stories, and take a stroll through Garden District.
For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the New Orleans trip maker site .
Traveling by car from Montgomery to New Orleans takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. When traveling from Montgomery in November, plan for a bit cooler days and a bit warmer nights in New Orleans: temperatures range from 19°C by day to 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Things to do in New Orleans
Side Trips
Whitney Plantation, Global Wildlife Center, The Myrtles Plantation
Highlights from your plan

The National WWII Museum
1:00pm, Mon Nov 9

Whitney Plantation
10:30am, Wed Nov 11
Kayaking & Canoeing
10:00am, Tue Nov 10
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