32 days in United States Itinerary

Monument Valley is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of vast sandstone buttes, the largest reaching 1000ft above the valley floor. Visiting Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park and Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park will get you outdoors. Explore hidden gems such as Canyon de Chelly National Monument and Hope Arch. Venture out of the city with trips to Navajo National Monument (in Shonto), Rainbow Bridge Trail (in Lake Powell) and Chinle (Canyon del Muerto & Nature & Wildlife Tours). There's more to do: trek along Wildcat Trail and tour the pleasant surroundings at Sandstone Tours.

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Newark to Monument Valley is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also drive. Traveling from Newark to Monument Valley, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Newark in April, expect slightly colder with lows of 37°F in Monument Valley. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can drive 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Nature & Wildlife Tours and Grand Canyon South Rim. On the 7th (Tue), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. There's much more to do: hike along Rim Trail, take in breathtaking views at Moran Point, stroll through Red Canyon Trail, and take some stellar pictures from Lipan Point.

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Getting from Monument Valley to Grand Canyon National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Traveling from Monument Valley in May, expect Grand Canyon National Park to be a bit cooler, temps between 68°F and 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel to San Diego.

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.

Visiting Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Laguna Mountain Recreation Area will get you outdoors. Discover out-of-the-way places like Borrego Palm Canyon Nature Trail and Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Change things up with these side-trips from San Diego: Stonewall Peak Trail (in Descanso), Slot Canyon (in Borrego Springs) and Discovery Lake (in San Marcos). There's still lots to do: meet the residents at San Diego Zoo, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, tour the pleasant surroundings at Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, and contemplate the waterfront views at Scripps Institute of Oceanography Coastal Reserve.

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Do a combination of bus and flight from Grand Canyon National Park to San Diego in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, taxi, and flight. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to San Diego due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in May, expect much hotter with lows of 61°F in San Diego. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Los Angeles.

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

Get outdoors at Running Horse Ranch and Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area. Your inner history buff will appreciate Avila Adobe and Hollywood Walk of Fame. Venture out of the city with trips to Dolphin & Whale Watching (in Dana Point), Santa Monica Mountains (in Santa Monica) and Oak Canyon Nature Center (in Anaheim).

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Drive from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. In May, daytime highs in Los Angeles are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 59°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough 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 Elizabeth Lake, Yosemite National Park. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Mono Lake County Park and Tunnel View. Spend the 24th (Fri) exploring nature at Bridalveil Fall. The adventure continues: stroll through North Dome, look for all kinds of wild species at McGurk Meadow, take in the awesome beauty at Cathedral Beach Picnic Area, and get all the information you need at Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center.

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Getting from Los Angeles to Yosemite National Park by combination of flight and car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of flight, bus, and taxi. When traveling from Los Angeles in May, plan for little chillier days and cooler nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 65°F by day to 34°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can drive to San Francisco.

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

Visit Alcatraz Island and City Lights Booksellers for their historical value. Discover out-of-the-way places like Armstrong Redwood State Reserve and Muir Woods National Monument. You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Francisco: Castello di Amorosa (in Calistoga), Bodega Bay (Pinnacle Gulch Coastal Access Trail & Hagemann Ranch Trout Fishing) and Oxbow Preserve (in Napa). Next up on the itinerary: snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, get to know the fascinating history of Filbert Steps, catch a ride on Cable Cars, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Grace Cathedral.

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You can drive from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi, bus, flight, and subway. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in May, San Francisco is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.