35 days in United States Itinerary
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Start: Dusseldorf
Fly to Wichita Eisenhower National Airport, Drive to Toronto
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Toronto
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Holland
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Newark
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Philadelphia
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Allentown
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Lancaster
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Gettysburg
— 4 nights
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Washington DC
— 5 nights
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Pittsburgh
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Erie
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Buffalo
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Boston
— 6 nights
Fly to Frankfurt, Train to Dusseldorf
End: Dusseldorf
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Toronto — 1 night
To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Toronto holiday maker.
Dusseldorf, Germany to Toronto is an approximately 21-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -7 hour difference. Traveling from Dusseldorf in September, things will get a bit warmer in Toronto: highs are around 33°C and lows about 19°C. You'll set off for Holland on the 8th (Fri).
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Dusseldorf, Germany to Toronto is an approximately 21-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -7 hour difference. Traveling from Dusseldorf in September, things will get a bit warmer in Toronto: highs are around 33°C and lows about 19°C. You'll set off for Holland on the 8th (Fri).
Holland — 2 nights
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On the 9th (Sat), pick up some local products at Holland Farmers Market, pause for some serene contemplation at Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church, then look for all kinds of wild species at Outdoor Discovery Center, then relax in the rural setting at Critter Barn, and finally experience rural life at Teusink's Pony Farm. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at Rosy Mound Natural Area, then visit a coastal fixture at Grand Haven Lighthouse and Pier, and then experience rural life at S. Kamphuis Blueberries.
For where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Holland travel route builder app.
You can drive from Toronto to Holland in 12 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Toronto in September, with highs in Holland at 28°C and lows at 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Newark.
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For where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, use the Holland travel route builder app.
You can drive from Toronto to Holland in 12 hours. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Toronto in September, with highs in Holland at 28°C and lows at 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Newark.
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Newark — 2 nights
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On the 11th (Mon), learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Bronx Zoo. Keep things going the next day: gain insight at Princeton University and then explore the world behind art at Princeton University Art Museum.
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You can fly from Holland to Newark in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Holland in September since evenings lows in Newark dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Philadelphia.
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You can fly from Holland to Newark in 4 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Holland in September since evenings lows in Newark dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a train to Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia — 4 nights
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The City of Brotherly Love
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Philadelphia: Grounds For Sculpture (in Hamilton), Brandywine River Museum of Art (in Chadds Ford) and Longwood Gardens (in Kennett Square). And it doesn't end there: get a sense of history and politics at Independence Hall, take in the spiritual surroundings of Masonic Temple, explore the world behind art at Barnes Foundation, and take in nature's colorful creations at Chanticleer.
To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Philadelphia day trip planner.
You can drive from Newark to Philadelphia in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Allentown.
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To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Philadelphia day trip planner.
You can drive from Newark to Philadelphia in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Allentown.
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Allentown — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 17th (Sun): relax in the rural setting at George Schmidt Berry Farm, explore the landscape on two wheels at Ironton Rail Trail, then walk around Trexler Memorial Park, and finally hike along Wildlands Conservancy- Pool Wildlife Sanctuary.
To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Allentown trip maker tool.
You can drive from Philadelphia to Allentown in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Philadelphia in September since evenings lows in Allentown dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can go by car to Lancaster.
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To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Allentown trip maker tool.
You can drive from Philadelphia to Allentown in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Plan for slightly colder nights when traveling from Philadelphia in September since evenings lows in Allentown dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can go by car to Lancaster.
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Lancaster — 1 night
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Red Rose City
Kick off your visit on the 18th (Mon): look for gifts at Kitchen Kettle Village, relax in the rural setting at Old Windmill Farm, then experience rural life at Lapp Valley Farm, and finally get engrossed in the history at Seiverling Museum, LLC Car and Pedal Car Museum.
To find photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Lancaster trip planner.
Traveling by car from Allentown to Lancaster takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can drive to Gettysburg.
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To find photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Lancaster trip planner.
Traveling by car from Allentown to Lancaster takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can drive to Gettysburg.
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Gettysburg — 4 nights
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Get out of town with these interesting Gettysburg side-trips: Rocking S Ranch (in Winchester) and Antietam National Battlefield (in Sharpsburg). The adventure continues: take in the history at Gettysburg National Military Park, appreciate the history behind State of Pennsylvania Monument, stroll the grounds of Gettysburg National Cemetery, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Gettysburg road trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Lancaster to Gettysburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. September in Gettysburg sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Washington DC.
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To see maps, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Gettysburg road trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Lancaster to Gettysburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. September in Gettysburg sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Washington DC.
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Washington DC — 5 nights
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Step out of Washington DC with an excursion to Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore--about 58 minutes away. There's lots more to do: examine the collection at National Air and Space Museum, browse the collection at Library of Congress, appreciate the history behind National World War II Memorial, and admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Art.
For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Washington DC trip itinerary builder site.
Traveling by car from Gettysburg to Washington DC takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Washington DC when traveling from Gettysburg in September, with lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Pittsburgh.
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For more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Washington DC trip itinerary builder site.
Traveling by car from Gettysburg to Washington DC takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Washington DC when traveling from Gettysburg in September, with lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Pittsburgh.
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Pittsburgh — 2 nights
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City of Bridges
On the 28th (Thu), get engrossed in the history at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum, then admire the natural beauty at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, and then take in the awesome beauty at Mount Washington. On the 29th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn the secrets of beer at City Brew Tours Pittsburgh and then examine the collection at Bicycle Heaven.
For maps, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Pittsburgh road trip planning website.
You can fly from Washington DC to Pittsburgh in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Washington DC in September, expect Pittsburgh to be slightly colder, temps between 28°C and 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Erie.
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For maps, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Pittsburgh road trip planning website.
You can fly from Washington DC to Pittsburgh in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Washington DC in September, expect Pittsburgh to be slightly colder, temps between 28°C and 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Erie.
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Erie — 2 nights
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Flagship City
Start off your visit on the 30th (Sat): walk around Presque Isle State Park and then stroll around Panama Rocks Scenic Park. Keep things going the next day: stroll around Conneaut Township Park, make a trip to Creek Road Covered Bridge, and then cast your line with Lake Erie Fishing Charters.
To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Erie trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Pittsburgh to Erie in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September in Erie, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Buffalo.
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To see where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Erie trip itinerary planning app.
You can drive from Pittsburgh to Erie in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September in Erie, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Sun) early enough to go by car to Buffalo.
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Buffalo — 4 nights
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Queen City
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Buffalo: Niagara Falls (Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls Observation Tower, &more). Next up on the itinerary: Head underground at Cave of the Winds, admire the landmark architecture of Richardson Olmsted Campus, immerse yourself in nature at Goat Island, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Aquarium of Niagara.
For other places to visit and tourist information, go to the Buffalo holiday builder tool.
Getting from Erie to Buffalo by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can fly to Boston.
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For other places to visit and tourist information, go to the Buffalo holiday builder tool.
Getting from Erie to Buffalo by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) so you can fly to Boston.
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Boston — 6 nights
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Beantown
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Boston: Plymouth (Plymouth Rock & Mayflower II), Sandwich (Heritage Museums & Gardens & Sandwich Glass Museum) and Ogunquit (Marginal Way Walkway & Ogunquit Memorial Library). Next up on the itinerary: get to know the fascinating history of Freedom Trail, walk around Boston Common, take in nature's colorful creations at Boston Public Garden, and stroll the grounds of Granary Burying Ground.
To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Boston online driving holiday planner.
You can fly from Buffalo to Boston in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Boston are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.
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To see more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Boston online driving holiday planner.
You can fly from Buffalo to Boston in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Boston are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.
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United States travel guide
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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Pennsylvania travel guide
The Keystone State
One of the country's 13 original founding states, Pennsylvania contains a balance of modern cities and fertile fields. A rich and varied state with a colorful history dating back to colonial times, it remains a worthy holiday destination with its well-preserved 19th-century battle sites and memorial parks. This diverse land is home to pristine forests and rugged mountain regions. For an urban experience, visit the state's university cities, offering numerous tourist attractions as well as thriving music, performance, art, and culinary scenes. The region's Amish country provides a weekend getaway in a picturesque setting of quaint towns surrounded by rolling hills and fertile farmland.
