31 days in Continental USA Itinerary

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

On the 1st (Sun), kick back and relax at Santa Monica State Beach, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, then explore the world behind art at Norton Simon Museum, and finally make a trip to Hollywood Walk of Fame.

For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles road trip planner.

Brisbane, Australia to Los Angeles is an approximately 16-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 18 hours traveling from Brisbane to Los Angeles. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Brisbane in September; daily highs in Los Angeles reach 34°C and lows reach 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Yellowstone National Park.

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

Step out of the city life by going to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Old Faithful. There's still lots to do: witness a stunning natural landmark at Lone Star Geyser, explore the striking landscape at Canyon Village Area, hike along Natural Bridge Trail, and admire the sheer force of Mystic Falls Trail.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Yellowstone National Park road trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Yellowstone National Park takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and car. Traveling from Los Angeles to Yellowstone National Park, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Los Angeles in October; daily highs in Yellowstone National Park reach 9°C and lows reach -4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Fri): admire the landmark architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, don't miss a visit to Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity Temple, then steep yourself in history at Ernest Hemingway Birthplace, then admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago, and finally stroll around Millennium Park.

For more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Chicago trip itinerary app.

Getting from Yellowstone National Park to Chicago by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car, bus, taxi, and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Yellowstone National Park to Chicago. While traveling from Yellowstone National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Chicago, ranging from highs of 21°C to lows of 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Springfield.

Springfield is a city in western New England, and the seat of Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States. Start off your visit on the 7th (Sat): explore the galleries of Springfield Armory National Historic Site, then admire the masterpieces at Springfield Museums, and then explore the activities along Watershops Pond.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Springfield road trip app.

Getting from Chicago to Springfield by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Chicago in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Springfield, with lows of 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can go by car to Boston.

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Nichols House Museum, take an in-depth tour of Concord Museum, steep yourself in history at Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House, then contemplate the long history of The Old Manse, and finally snap pictures at The Old North Bridge. On your second day here, contemplate the long history of Granary Burying Ground, steep yourself in history at The Paul Revere House, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Mount Auburn Cemetery, then admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts, and finally make a trip to Louisburg Square.

To find reviews, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Boston route planner.

Drive from Springfield to Boston in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Springfield in October, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Boston, with lows around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can go by car to Sandwich.

Sandwich is a town in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): pause for some photo ops at Plymouth Rock, contemplate the long history of Mayflower II, get engrossed in the history at Sandwich Glass Museum, then examine the collection at Heritage Museums & Gardens, and finally steep yourself in history at Hoxie House. On the 11th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get up close to creatures of the deep with Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises and then stroll through Shining Sea Bikeway.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Sandwich online itinerary maker.

Getting from Boston to Sandwich by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In October in Sandwich, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to New York City.

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Do some cultural sightseeing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and American Museum of Natural History. Museum-lovers will appreciate 9/11 Memorial and New York Public Library. There's much more to do: go for a walk through Central Park, appreciate the extensive heritage of World Trade Center Memorial Foundation, don't miss a visit to Times Square, and explore the world behind art at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read New York City online holiday maker.

You can fly from Sandwich to New York City in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Sandwich in October, things will get a bit warmer in New York City: highs are around 24°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) to allow time to take a train to Philadelphia.

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S. democracy, as it was once the meeting place for the country's Founding Fathers.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at Eastern State Penitentiary, explore the world behind art at Barnes Foundation, then get engrossed in the history at National Constitution Center, and finally ponder the world of politics at City Hall Visitor Center. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at Philadelphia Museum of Art, steep yourself in history at Franklin Court, see the interesting displays at Benjamin Franklin Museum, then ponder the world of politics at Independence Hall, and finally take a stroll through Boathouse Row.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Philadelphia trip planner.

You can take a train from New York City to Philadelphia in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. October in Philadelphia sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can catch the train to Washington DC.

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.

On the 17th (Tue), see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, then learn more about the world around you at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, then appreciate the history behind Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Washington National Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: take an in-depth tour of United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, examine the collection at The National Archives Museum, then explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Art, and finally admire the masterpieces at National Portrait Gallery.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Washington DC trip planning site.

Getting from Philadelphia to Washington DC by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in October, and nighttime lows around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Wed) so you can fly to Miami.

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

On the 19th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, then admire the masterpieces at Wynwood Walls, then contemplate the long history of Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College, and finally get some thrills out on the water with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, read Miami trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Washington DC to Miami by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Washington DC in October, expect Miami to be somewhat warmer, temps between 36°C and 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): examine the collection at Cabildo, then learn about all things military at The National WWII Museum, and then get to know the fascinating history of Garden District. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Sat): examine the collection at The Historic New Orleans Collection, sample the fine beverages at The Sazerac House, then appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Louis Cathedral.

To see photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read New Orleans trip itinerary app.

Fly from Miami to New Orleans in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Miami in October, you will find days in New Orleans are cooler (22°C), and nights are a bit cooler (22°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to fly to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sun): see the interesting displays at RCA Studio B and then contemplate the long history of Lotz House Museum.

For other places to visit, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read our Nashville sightseeing planner.

Traveling by flight from New Orleans to Nashville takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. While traveling from New Orleans, expect somewhat warmer days and little chillier nights in Nashville, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) to allow time to 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 23rd (Mon): get to know the fascinating history of Bright Angel Point, then explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, and then take a memorable drive along East Rim Drive. Here are some ideas for day two: hike along Rim Trail and then take in breathtaking views at Yavapai Point.

To find ratings and more tourist information, you can read our Grand Canyon National Park travel planner.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Nashville to Grand Canyon National Park takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and shuttle. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Nashville, expect a bit cooler days and colder nights in Grand Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 22°C to lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Wed) to allow enough 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.

Get in touch with nature at Glacier Point and Mariposa Grove. The adventure continues: take some stellar pictures from Half Dome, take a memorable drive along Tioga Pass, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lembert Dome, and explore the striking landscape of Pioneer Yosemite History Center.

For more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park journey maker website.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park due to the time zone difference. In October, daytime highs in Yosemite National Park are 22°C, while nighttime lows are -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.

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

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sun): step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, then take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge. On the 30th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: steep yourself in history at SS Jeremiah O'Brien, then pause for some serene contemplation at Grace Cathedral, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. While traveling from Yosemite National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and much warmer nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.