34 days in Continental USA Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States vacation planner
Start: Guadalajara
Fly to Mobile Regional Airport, Drive to Gulf Shores
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Gulf Shores
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Orange Beach
— 2 nights
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Gatlinburg
— 5 nights
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Pigeon Forge
— 5 nights
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Knoxville
— 2 nights
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Lexington
— 3 nights
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Louisville
— 4 nights
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Bowling Green
— 2 nights
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Nashville
— 5 nights
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Birmingham
— 3 nights
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End: Guadalajara
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Gulf Shores — 2 nights
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Here are some ideas for day two: witness the site of a historic battle at Fort Morgan Historic Site, contemplate the long history of Fort Gaines, and then explore the galleries of Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.
To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Gulf Shores trip itinerary website.
Guadalajara, Mexico to Gulf Shores is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and car. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Guadalajara in July; daily highs in Gulf Shores reach 36°C and lows reach 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Orange Beach.
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Guadalajara, Mexico to Gulf Shores is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and car. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Guadalajara in July; daily highs in Gulf Shores reach 36°C and lows reach 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Orange Beach.
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Orange Beach — 2 nights
Kick off your visit on the 6th (Thu): fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, then see the interesting displays at Indian & Sea Museum, then find something for the whole family at Adventure Island, and finally trek along Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail - Rosemary Dunes Trailhead. On your second day here, take in nature's colorful creations at Bellingrath Gardens and Home, then browse the fresh offerings at Burris Farm Market, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Alligator Alley.
For photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Orange Beach itinerary builder app.
Orange Beach is just a short distance from Gulf Shores. In July, daytime highs in Orange Beach are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to fly to Gatlinburg.
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Orange Beach is just a short distance from Gulf Shores. In July, daytime highs in Orange Beach are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to fly to Gatlinburg.
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Gatlinburg — 5 nights
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The Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains
Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Sugarland Cellars and Tennessee Cider Company. Explore hidden gems such as Clingmans Dome and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Venture out of the city with trips to Hartford (Zipline & River Rafting & Tubing). The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Roaring Fork, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Tennessee Shine Company - Gatlinburg, admire the sheer force of Laurel Falls, and take in the awesome beauty at Mount LeConte.
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Traveling by flight from Orange Beach to Gatlinburg takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Pigeon Forge.
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Traveling by flight from Orange Beach to Gatlinburg takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Pigeon Forge.
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Pigeon Forge — 5 nights
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Center of Fun in the Smokies
You'll discover tucked-away gems like Tuckaleechee Caverns and Smoky Mountain Knife Works. Appreciate the collections at Alcatraz East Crime Museum and Bush's Visitor Center. Explore Pigeon Forge's surroundings by going to Forbidden Caverns (in Sevierville), River Rafting & Tubing (in Benton) and The Lost Sea Adventure (in Sweetwater). The adventure continues: whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Tennessee Shine Company - Pigeon Forge, browse the different shops at Goats on the Roof, and steep yourself in history at Old Forge Distillery.
To find out how to plan a trip to Pigeon Forge, use our trip itinerary maker.
Pigeon Forge is very close to Gatlinburg. In July in Pigeon Forge, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Knoxville.
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Pigeon Forge is very close to Gatlinburg. In July in Pigeon Forge, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can go by car to Knoxville.
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Knoxville — 2 nights
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Marble City
Start off your visit on the 18th (Tue): identify plant and animal life at Ijams Nature Center, make a trip to Market Square, and then take some stellar pictures from Look Rock Tower. On the next day, get engrossed in the history at Museum of Appalachia, then take an in-depth tour of American Museum of Science and Energy, and then take a memorable drive along Foothills Parkway Southwest Parking.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Knoxville trip maker tool.
Traveling by car from Pigeon Forge to Knoxville takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Knoxville can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Lexington.
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Traveling by car from Pigeon Forge to Knoxville takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Knoxville can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Lexington.
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Lexington — 3 nights
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Horse Capital of the World
Appreciate the collections at Kentucky Horse Park and Mary Todd Lincoln House. Get in touch with nature at Natural Bridge State Resort Park and Nature & Wildlife Tours. Get out of town with these interesting Lexington side-trips: Nada Tunnel (in Stanton), Woodford Reserve Distillery (in Versailles) and Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill (in Harrodsburg). The adventure continues: sample the fine beverages at Buffalo Trace Distillery and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co..
To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Lexington trip maker website.
Drive from Knoxville to Lexington in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Lexington can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Louisville.
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Drive from Knoxville to Lexington in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Lexington can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Louisville.
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Louisville — 4 nights
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Derby City
You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Maker's Mark and Kentucky Derby Museum. Get a sense of the local culture at Creation Museum and Churchill Downs. Get out of town with these interesting Louisville side-trips: Bardstown (Barton 1792 Distillery, Willett Distilling Company, &more), Limestone Branch Distillery (in Lebanon) and Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park (in Hodgenville). There's still lots to do: stroll the grounds of Cave Hill Cemetery and explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern.
To see where to stay, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Louisville trip itinerary builder website.
Drive from Lexington to Louisville in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July in Louisville, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can go by car to Bowling Green.
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Drive from Lexington to Louisville in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July in Louisville, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can go by car to Bowling Green.
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Bowling Green — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): Head underground at Lost River Cave, then see the interesting displays at National Corvette Museum, and then Head underground at Mammoth Cave. On the next day, see the interesting displays at Dinosaur World, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and then hike along Tall Man's Misery.
To see where to stay, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read Bowling Green journey planning app.
Traveling by car from Louisville to Bowling Green takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Louisville to Bowling Green is minus 1 hour. In July in Bowling Green, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Nashville.
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Traveling by car from Louisville to Bowling Green takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Louisville to Bowling Green is minus 1 hour. In July in Bowling Green, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Nashville.
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Nashville — 5 nights
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Music City U.S.A.
Escape the urban bustle at Burgess Falls State Park and Centennial Park. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Lotz House Museum and Marathon Village. Change things up with these side-trips from Nashville: Room Escape Games (in Murfreesboro), Tennessee Legend Distillery (in Cookeville) and Carnton (in Franklin). Next up on the itinerary: witness the site of a historic battle at Carter House, get to know the fascinating history of Downtown Franklin, examine the collection at Madame Tussauds Nashville, and see a show at Grand Ole Opry.
To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Nashville trip planner.
You can drive from Bowling Green to Nashville in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Nashville are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) so you can go by car to Birmingham.
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You can drive from Bowling Green to Nashville in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Nashville are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 24°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) so you can go by car to Birmingham.
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Birmingham — 3 nights
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Magic City
Let the collections at Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum and Vulcan Park and Museum capture your imagination. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and Ave Maria Grotto. Take a break from Birmingham with a short trip to Noccalula Falls Park & Campground in Gadsden, about 1h 10 min away. There's still lots to do: observe the fascinating underwater world at McWane Science Center, get engrossed in the history at Negro Southern League Museum, and see the interesting displays at Kenneth R. Penhale City of Helena Museum.
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Getting from Nashville to Birmingham by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. August in Birmingham sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.
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Getting from Nashville to Birmingham by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or fly. August in Birmingham sees daily highs of 37°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.
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Alabama travel guide
Heart of Dixie
Known as a focal point of the civil rights struggle in the 1960s, Alabama features diverse landscapes that include tall mountains, rolling hills, and gentle plains. Though still largely undiscovered by foreign visitors, Alabama offers tourists a chance to discover the distinct culture of the Deep South. In addition to well-preserved examples of antebellum architecture, this area also boasts an outstanding local cuisine, famous for traditional barbecue recipes passed down from generation to generation. Looking for outdoorsy things to do? Nature lovers on holiday can explore the state's beaches, rugged canyons, and lush river valleys.
Tennessee travel guide
The Volunteer State
Divided by law, geography, and custom into three major regions, represented by the three stars on state's flag, Tennessee boasts a distinctive musical heritage that includes elements of bluegrass, country-western, and blues. With a countryside as diverse as its people, Tennessee includes landscapes ranging from a mountainous region in the east to the lowlands of the west, with gently rolling hills in the middle. For a well-rounded vacation, you can hike remote mountain trails in the morning and explore the crowded bars of Nashville in the evening. Visit the urban attractions, such as Elvis Presley's former residence in Memphis, but don't miss a chance to spend some time in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, situated in the eastern part of the state.
Kentucky travel guide
The Bluegrass State
A diverse region of sprawling farmland and rich cultural heritage, Kentucky is the birthplace of American horse racing and home to the world-famous Kentucky Derby. While the cities of Lexington and Louisville experience the majority of the state's tourism, Kentucky is also a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts with its array of natural attractions, including the Cumberland Gap and the world's longest cave system at Mammoth Cave National Park. Take a tour through original Civil War battlefields to delve into the nation's history, or head to one of the many bourbon distilleries to learn more about Kentucky's most famous export.
