29 days in United States Itinerary

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Newark
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New York City
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Great Barrington
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Portsmouth
— 2 nights
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Dover
— 4 nights
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Newport
— 1 night
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Falmouth
— 1 night
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Plymouth
— 1 night
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Boston
— 2 nights
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San Diego
— 4 nights
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
— 2 nights
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Big Sur
— 2 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 2 nights
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Walnut Creek
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San Francisco
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Newark

Newark is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County. To see more things to do, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Newark road trip site.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Newark is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Tel Aviv to Newark is minus 7 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Tel Aviv in September, with highs in Newark at 31°C and lows at 19°C. You will leave for New York City on the 17th (Sat).
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New York City — 1 night

Big Apple

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.
To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the New York City itinerary builder app.

Traveling by car from Newark to New York City takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in New York City are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can go by car to Great Barrington.
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Great Barrington — 1 night

Great Barrington is a town in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States. To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read Great Barrington trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from New York City to Great Barrington takes 2.5 hours. Traveling from New York City in September, things will get slightly colder in Great Barrington: highs are around 26°C and lows about 11°C. On the 19th (Mon), you'll travel to Portsmouth.
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Portsmouth — 2 nights

Portsmouth is a city in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, in the United States. Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): relax in the rural setting at Wagon Hill Farm, take in nature's colorful creations at Hamilton House, then stop by The Salt Cellar, and finally appreciate the history behind African Burying Ground. On the 20th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: make a trip to Fort Foster, visit a coastal fixture at Portsmouth Harbor Lighthouse, then steep yourself in history at Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden, and finally walk around Peirce Island.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Portsmouth trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by car from Great Barrington to Portsmouth takes 3.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 27°C in September, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can fly to Dover.
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Dover — 4 nights

Dover is the capital and second-largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Zwaanendael Museum and Killens Pond State Park. Explore Dover's surroundings by going to Fort Delaware State Park (in Delaware City), Battery Park (in New Castle) and Revelation Craft Brewing Company (in Rehoboth Beach). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Lightship Overfalls, take an in-depth tour of Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center, explore the world behind art at Biggs Museum of American Art, and ponder the world of politics at Legislative Hall.

To find ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Dover trip itinerary planning app.

Drive from Portsmouth to Dover in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Portsmouth in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Dover, with lows around 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Newport.
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Newport — 1 night

City by the Sea

With coastline on the west, south, and east, Newport is a maritime city with a rich history.
Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge.

To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Newport trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by flight from Dover to Newport takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. September in Newport sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Falmouth.
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Falmouth — 1 night

Falmouth is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States; Barnstable County is coextensive with Cape Cod. On the 27th (Tue), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Barnabas Memorial Church and then don't miss a visit to Eight Cousins Bookshop.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Falmouth itinerary planning app.

You can drive from Newport to Falmouth in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, daily temperatures in Falmouth can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Plymouth.
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Plymouth — 1 night

America's Hometown

Rightly calling itself "America's Hometown," Plymouth holds a prominent place in the nation's history and culture as the site of the first Puritan colony.
Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Dexter’s Grist Mill and then take in nature's colorful creations at Brewster Gardens.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Plymouth day trip website.

Drive from Falmouth to Plymouth in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. September in Plymouth sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Boston.
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Boston — 2 nights

Beantown

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate, deepen your understanding at Metropolitan Waterworks Museum, and then go for a walk through Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Buckman Tavern, learn about all things military at USS Cassin Young, then take in the views from Leonard P. Zakim Bunker Hill Bridge, and finally pause for some photo ops at Paul Revere Statue.

To find ratings, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Boston trip planner.

You can drive from Plymouth to Boston in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 17°C. You will have some time to spend on the 30th (Fri) before leaving for San Diego.
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San Diego — 4 nights

America's Finest City

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Miniature Engineering Craftsmanship Museum (MECM) and Shark Diving. Venture out of the city with trips to Encinitas (Moonlight State Beach, Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens, &more), Double Peak Park (in San Marcos) and Mission San Luis Rey (in Oceanside). The adventure continues: get to know the fascinating history of San Diego Bay Walk, examine the collection at Old Town Model Railroad Depot, deepen your understanding at University of California, San Diego, and steep yourself in history at Mormon Battalion Historic Site.

Planning San Diego trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from Boston to San Diego takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Boston in September, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in San Diego, with lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to fly to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 2 nights

A Land of Giants

With mountain peaks reaching past 4,250 m (14,000 ft) and trees stretching to over 75 m (250 ft) high, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks present nature on a grand scale.
Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): trek along Congress Trail, then admire the sheer force of Roaring River Falls, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Zumwalt Meadow Trail. Keep things going the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Grizzly Falls, make a trip to The Senate, then trek along Crescent Meadow Rd, and finally trek along Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park.

To see where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park trip itinerary planning website.

You can fly from San Diego to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from San Diego in October, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park is slightly colder at night with lows of 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to travel to Big Sur.
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Big Sur — 2 nights

Big Country of the South

A sparsely populated area with stunning views, Big Sur attracts artists and tourists traveling California’s scenic Highway 1.
Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): admire the majestic nature at Andrew Molera State Park, get great views at Rocky Creek Bridge, then do a tasting at Bernardus Winery and Vineyard, and finally learn about winemaking at Joyce Vineyards. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Sat): take in nature's colorful creations at Hawthorne Gallery, then immerse yourself in nature at Limekiln State Park, then take in the spiritual surroundings of New Camaldoli Hermitage, and finally trek along Partington Cove.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Big Sur trip app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Big Sur. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in October, expect nights in Big Sur to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are slightly colder, around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 2 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.
Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): hike along Panorama Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Mon): trek along Four Mile Trail, then get great views at Valley View, and then trek along Yosemite Valley Loop Trail.

For reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park trip builder website.

Explore your travel options from Big Sur to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Big Sur in October, plan for much colder nights in Yosemite National Park, with lows around -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Walnut Creek.
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Walnut Creek — 1 night

Walnut Creek is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States, located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, about 16mi east of the city of Oakland. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): look for gifts at Sepay Groves Olive Oil and Vinegars, see the interesting displays at Shadelands Ranch Museum, then wander the wide-open spaces of Borges Ranch, and finally walk around Newhall Community Park.

To find maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Walnut Creek trip itinerary builder app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to Walnut Creek. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in October, you will find days in Walnut Creek are somewhat warmer (30°C), and nights are much warmer (13°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can go by car to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 3 nights

City by the Bay

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Cable Car Museum and 16 Avenue Tiled Steps. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Asian Art Museum, walk around Mission Dolores Park, admire the majestic nature at Angel Island State Park, and wander the streets of Russian Hill.

Plan trip to San Francisco with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Drive from Walnut Creek to San Francisco in an hour. Traveling from Walnut Creek in October, expect nights in San Francisco to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are little chillier, around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.
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United States travel guide

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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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Cape Cod travel guide

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Beaches · Dolphin & Whale Watching · Specialty Museums
Located on the southern shore of Massachusetts, Cape Cod contains some 15 towns and two islands. The arm-shaped peninsula is a popular holiday destination throughout the year because of its historical attractions, art galleries, award-winning restaurants, and a scenic coastline dotted by sandy beaches. Start your sightseeing in Provincetown, located at the very tip of the cape and famous for being the site of the first Pilgrims' landing in 1620. From there you can hit up all of the Cape's other small towns, renowned for their comfortable bed and breakfasts and distinctive cuisine of fresh fish and oyster dishes. This maritime community features more than a dozen lighthouses. Part of experiencing the Cape means a trip to its two islands--which showcase several lighthouses and numerous restaurants.
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