27 days in United States Itinerary

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Washington DC
— 1 night
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Virginia Beach
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Nags Head
Drive to Swan Quarter, NC, Ferry to Ocracoke
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Ocracoke
— 4 nights
Ferry to Cedar Island, NC, Drive to Murrells Inlet
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Murrells Inlet
— 6 nights
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Charleston
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Folly Beach
— 5 nights
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Savannah
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Tybee Island
— 1 night
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Waycross
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New Smyrna Beach
— 2 nights
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Sarasota
— 2 nights
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Everglades City
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Key West
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Miami
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Washington DC — 1 night

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.
To see more things to do, reviews, maps, and tourist information, use the Washington DC online vacation planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Washington DC is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is minus 6 hours. Traveling from Amsterdam in July, things will get a bit warmer in Washington DC: highs are around 37°C and lows about 26°C. On the 25th (Tue), you're off to Virginia Beach.
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Virginia Beach

The Resort City

Holding a record for the longest pleasure beach in the world, Virginia Beach showcases 35 miles of coastline and maintains a longstanding reputation as a family-friendly vacation destination.
To find photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Virginia Beach day trip planning app.

You can fly from Washington DC to Virginia Beach in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Virginia Beach are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. You will leave for Nags Head on the 25th (Tue).
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Nags Head

Most visitors take a trip to Nags Head to enjoy the beach, but this Outer Banks town offers more than just waterside entertainment.
To find more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Nags Head trip planner.

Traveling by car from Virginia Beach to Nags Head takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in July, and nighttime lows around 26°C. You'll set off for Ocracoke on the 25th (Tue).
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Ocracoke — 4 nights

Ocracoke is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated town located at the southern end of Ocracoke Island, located entirely within Hyde County, North Carolina. Step off the beaten path and head to Springers Point and Ocracoke Pony Pens. Your inner history buff will appreciate Portsmouth Village and Fort Ocracoke Monument. There's lots more to do: hike along Hammock Hills Nature Trails, indulge in some personalized pampering at Stillwater Spa & Wellness, look for gifts at Books to Be Red, and enjoy the sand and surf at Ocracoke Beach.

To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Ocracoke online trip maker.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Nags Head to Ocracoke in 5 hours. In July in Ocracoke, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to travel to Murrells Inlet.
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Murrells Inlet — 6 nights

Murrells Inlet is an unincorporated area and census-designated place straddling the line between Horry and Georgetown Counties in South Carolina, United States. Visit All Saints Church and St. Michael's Catholic Church for their historical value. Visiting Boat Tours & Water Sports and Tupelo Bay Golf Center will get you outdoors. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Murrells Inlet: Georgetown (Rice Museum, Prince George Winyah Episcopal Church, &more). There's much more to do: tee off at Litchfield Beach Golf Resort, walk around Lost at Sea Memorial at Morse Park Landing, pick up some local products at Lee's Farmer's Market, and stop by Lazy Gator.

To find more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Murrells Inlet trip itinerary maker tool.

You can do a combination of ferry and car from Ocracoke to Murrells Inlet in 8 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Murrells Inlet can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Charleston.
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Charleston

Many visitors describe their Charleston holiday as a warm embrace by an old, dear friend--who lived about 200 years ago.
To see other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Charleston travel planner.

You can drive from Murrells Inlet to Charleston in 2 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and train; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Charleston can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. On the 4th (Fri), you'll travel to Folly Beach.
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Folly Beach — 5 nights

Folly Beach is a city located on Folly Island in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Dolphin & Whale Watching and Stella Maris Roman Catholic Church. Get some historical perspective at Thompson Park and Morris Island Lighthouse. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Folly Beach: Roxbury Park (in Meggett), Bear Island Wildlife Management Area (in Green Pond) and Freshfields Village (in Kiawah Island). And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Folly Beach Fishing Pier, identify plant and animal life at Otter Island, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and stroll through Folly Beach County Park.

To find other places to visit, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Folly Beach trip planner.

Folly Beach is just a short distance from Charleston. In August, daily temperatures in Folly Beach can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can go by car to Savannah.
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Savannah

The Hostess City of the South

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.
Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): look for gifts at The Olfactory Company, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and then identify plant and animal life at Savannah National Wildlife Refuge.

To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Savannah trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Folly Beach to Savannah takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In August, daily temperatures in Savannah can reach 37°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can drive to Tybee Island.
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Tybee Island — 1 night

Tybee Island is a city and barrier island located in Chatham County, Georgia, 18 miles (29 km) east of Savannah, United States. On the 10th (Thu), get outside with Outdoor Activities, then don't miss a visit to Cockspur lighthouse, then look for gifts at Inferno, and finally kick back and relax at Mid Beach.

For more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Tybee Island trip planner.

Tybee Island is just a short distance from Savannah. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in August, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Waycross.
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Waycross

Waycross is the county seat of, and only incorporated city in, Ware County. Find out how to plan Waycross trip without stress by asking Inspirock to help create an itinerary.

Traveling by car from Tybee Island to Waycross takes 2.5 hours. While traveling from Tybee Island, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Waycross, ranging from highs of 40°C to lows of 28°C. On the 10th (Thu), you're off to New Smyrna Beach.
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New Smyrna Beach — 2 nights

New Smyrna Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States, located on the central east coast of the state, with the Atlantic Ocean to the east. Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Arts on Douglas, then pause for some serene contemplation at Catholic Church of the Epiphany, then see some colorful creatures with Discover Diving Dive Center, and finally head off the coast to Disappearing Island. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the long history of Seminole Rest, stroll the grounds of Cape Canavarel National Cemetery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at White Sands Buddhist Center, then look for all kinds of wild species at Ponce Preserve, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at New Smyrna Beach Brewing Company.

For traveler tips, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read our New Smyrna Beach trip itinerary planning website.

Explore your travel options from Waycross to New Smyrna Beach with the Route module. When traveling from Waycross in August, plan for little chillier days in New Smyrna Beach, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can drive to Sarasota.
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Sarasota — 2 nights

Sarasota is a city in Sarasota County on the southwestern coast of the U.S. state of Florida. Get outdoors at Scuba & Snorkeling and Cat Depot. Explore hidden gems such as Coquina Baywalk and Save Our Seabirds. Go for a jaunt from Sarasota to Bradenton Beach to see Bradenton Beach City Pier about 34 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at The Celery Fields, get outside with Outdoor Activities, tee off at University Park Country Club, and stroll around Payne Park.

To see where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Sarasota online visit planner.

Getting from New Smyrna Beach to Sarasota by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Everglades City.
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Everglades City

Everglades City is a city in Collier County, Florida, United States, of which it is the former county seat. To see where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our Everglades City trip maker.

Traveling by car from Sarasota to Everglades City takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and car. In August, daily temperatures in Everglades City can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. On the 15th (Tue), you'll travel to Key West.
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Key West — 2 nights

Conch Republic

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.
Your inner history buff will appreciate Saint Mary Star of the Sea and West Martello Tower. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Dolphin Research Center and Dolphin & Whale Watching. Change things up with a short trip to Sombrero Reef in Marathon (about 1h 5 min away). And it doesn't end there: see the vivid underwater world at Vandenberg Wreck, admire the landmark architecture of Oldest House & Garden Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Key West Garden Club, and admire the masterpieces at Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Key West sightseeing site.

Traveling by flight from Everglades City to Key West takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and ferry. August in Key West sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 32°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Miami.
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Miami

Magic City

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.
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Getting from Key West to Miami by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Miami can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. You will leave for home on the 18th (Fri).
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United States travel guide

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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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