31 days in Princeton & Scottsdale Itinerary

Explore Princeton's surroundings by going to Cream Ridge (Union Transportation Trail & Bullock Farms), Historic Walnford (in Polhemustown) and Readington River Buffalo Farm (in Flemington). Pack the 7th (Sat) with family-friendly diversions at Sesame Place Philadelphia. And it doesn't end there: walk around Grounds For Sculpture, deepen your understanding at Princeton University, relax in the rural setting at Sun High Orchards, and get in on the family fun at Six Flags Great Adventure.

To find photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Princeton planning site.

Phoenix to Princeton is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Phoenix to Princeton, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Phoenix in October, you will find days in Princeton are much colder (68°F), and nights are a bit cooler (48°F). You'll set off for Scottsdale on the 14th (Sat).

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Scottsdale: Lucidi Distilling Co. (in Peoria), Balloon Rides (in Phoenix) and Thunderbird Conservation Park (in Glendale). Dedicate the 23rd (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area.

For where to stay, photos, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Scottsdale road trip app.

You can fly from Princeton to Scottsdale in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Princeton to Scottsdale. Traveling from Princeton in October, expect nights in Scottsdale to be somewhat warmer, around 67°F, while days are much hotter, around 91°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) early enough to drive back home.