36 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip builder
Start: Hamburg
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San Francisco
— 4 nights
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Ferndale
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Crater Lake National Park
— 2 nights
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Bend
— 4 nights
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Boise
— 2 nights
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Yellowstone National Park
— 6 nights
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Zion National Park
— 3 nights
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Las Vegas
— 5 nights
Fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Drive to Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite National Park
— 6 nights
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San Francisco
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San Francisco — 4 nights

City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.Change things up with a short trip to Muir Woods National Monument in Mill Valley (about 48 minutes away). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Golden Gate Bridge, see the interesting displays at Musee Mecanique, take in the pleasant sights at Lombard Street, and take a stroll through SoMa.
For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read San Francisco online trip itinerary builder.
Hamburg, Germany to San Francisco is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Hamburg to San Francisco due to the time zone difference. In August in San Francisco, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to drive to Ferndale.
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Ferndale — 1 night

Ferndale is a city in Humboldt County, California, United States. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): stop by The Blacksmith Shop, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Ferndale Historic Cemetery, and then make a trip to The Victorian Village of Ferndale.
For photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, use the Ferndale trip planning app.
Getting from San Francisco to Ferndale by car takes about 5 hours. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from San Francisco in September, with highs in Ferndale at 24°C and lows at 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Crater Lake National Park.
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Getting from San Francisco to Ferndale by car takes about 5 hours. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from San Francisco in September, with highs in Ferndale at 24°C and lows at 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Crater Lake National Park.
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Crater Lake National Park — 2 nights

Reaching a depth of 592 m (1,943 ft), Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States.On the 4th (Mon), explore the striking landscape of Crater Lake National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: trek along Garfield Peak and then take a memorable drive along Rim Dr.
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You can drive from Ferndale to Crater Lake National Park in 5.5 hours. When traveling from Ferndale in September, plan for somewhat warmer days in Crater Lake National Park, with highs around 33°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can drive to Bend.
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Bend — 4 nights
An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair.Get out of town with these interesting Bend side-trips: McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop (in Sisters), Smith Rock State Park (in Redmond) and Dee Wright Observatory (in Blue River). Next up on the itinerary: relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, take an in-depth tour of Des Chutes Historical Museum, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at South Sister, and immerse yourself in nature at Peter Skene Ogden State Park.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Bend holiday site.
Traveling by car from Crater Lake National Park to Bend takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Crater Lake National Park in September: high temperatures in Bend hover around 26°C and lows are around 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Boise.
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Boise — 2 nights

City of Trees
From its main thoroughfare, Boise greets visitors with a view of downtown framed by the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.Start off your visit on the 10th (Sun): stroll around Barber Park, hike along Boise River Greenbelt, then look for gifts at Cinder Wines, and finally indulge your thirst for a good beer at Barbarian Brewing Taproom. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Mon): play a few rounds at BanBury Golf Club, get engrossed in the history at Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History, and then indulge your senses at Winery Seekers Wine Tours.
To see reviews, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, read our Boise day trip website.
Traveling by flight from Bend to Boise takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Bend to Boise is 1 hour. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Bend in September, with highs in Boise at 30°C and lows at 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Yellowstone National Park.
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Yellowstone National Park — 6 nights

World's Largest Collection of Geysers
An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.Yellowstone National Park is known for nature, wildlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, explore the activities along Firehole River, take in the natural beauty of Grand Prismatic Spring, and admire all the interesting features of Firehole Lake Drive.
To find reviews, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Yellowstone National Park trip builder tool.
You can fly from Boise to Yellowstone National Park in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. When traveling from Boise in September, plan for little chillier days in Yellowstone National Park, with highs around 18°C, while nights are much colder with lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to fly to Zion National Park.
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Zion National Park — 3 nights

Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.Spend the 19th (Tue) exploring nature at The Narrows. Spend the 20th (Wed) exploring nature at Zion National Park. The adventure continues: make a trip to Observation Point, tour the pleasant surroundings at Angel's Landing, and take a memorable drive along Zion Shuttle.
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Fly from Yellowstone National Park to Zion National Park in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park in September, expect nights in Zion National Park to be a bit warmer, around 10°C, while days are warmer, around 34°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 5 nights

Sin City
Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Las Vegas: Boulder City (Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum & Hoover Dam). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, browse the different shops at The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort, see a show at Casino at the MGM Grand, and admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.
To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas trip itinerary tool.
Getting from Zion National Park to Las Vegas by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of car and bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Zion National Park in September, plan for a bit warmer days in Las Vegas, with highs around 39°C, while nights are much hotter with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 6 nights

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.Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, take a memorable drive along Tioga Pass, tour the pleasant surroundings at Lembert Dome, and make a trip to Olmsted Point.
For maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park trip maker site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park. While traveling from Las Vegas, expect little chillier days and colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 27°C to lows of 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 1 night

City by the Bay
On the 2nd (Mon), wander the streets of Chinatown, then stroll around Golden Gate Park, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden.
To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco trip maker tool.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in October: highs in San Francisco hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our San Francisco trip maker tool.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in October: highs in San Francisco hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly 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.