39 days in Continental USA Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Do some cultural sightseeing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Ground Zero Museum Workshop. 9/11 Memorial and St. Paul's Chapel will appeal to history buffs. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), stroll around World Trade Center's Liberty Park, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Patrick's Cathedral, and get to know the fascinating history of Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

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Hannover, Germany to New York City is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 6 hours traveling from Hannover to New York City. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Hannover in April since evenings lows in New York City dip to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.

On the 14th (Sun), get engrossed in the history at Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, stroll through Niagara Gorge Trail, then trek along Niagara Wine Trail USA, and finally admire the majestic nature at Devil's Hole State Park.

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Traveling by car from New York City to Niagara Falls takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in April, expect Niagara Falls to be a bit cooler, temps between 15°C and 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

The Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Cultural Center will appeal to museum buffs. Popular historic sites such as Chicago Riverwalk and Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio are in your itinerary. Take a break from Chicago with a short trip to Busse Woods Trail System in Elk Grove Village, about 38 minutes away. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Lakefront Trail, admire the natural beauty at Garfield Park Conservatory, contemplate the waterfront views at Chicago River, and examine the collection at Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank.

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Getting from Niagara Falls to Chicago by car takes about 9 hours. Other options: fly; or drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. In April in Chicago, expect temperatures between 17°C during the day and 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Milwaukee.

Milwaukee boasts well-preserved historical districts with a rich European past and a strong beer-brewing tradition.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Milwaukee Art Museum and 1860 Light Station. Get a sense of the local culture at Harley-Davidson Museum and Jewish Museum Milwaukee. Venture out of the city with trips to Lapham Peak (in Delafield) and Lion's Den Gorge Nature Preserve (in Grafton). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Mitchell Gallery of Flight, admire the striking features of St. Joan of Arc Chapel, examine the collection at Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stanislaus Oratory.

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Traveling by car from Chicago to Milwaukee takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Chicago in April, plan for slightly colder days in Milwaukee, with highs around 13°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can fly to Saint Louis.

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

Get outdoors at World Bird Sanctuary and The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House. Visit Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis and Historic Hanley House for their historical value. Go for a jaunt from Saint Louis to Saint Charles to see Fast Lane Classic Cars about 32 minutes away. The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Campbell House Museum, browse the exhibits of Inside the Economy Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank, take an in-depth tour of The National Museum of Transportation, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows.

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You can fly from Milwaukee to Saint Louis in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Milwaukee in April, with highs in Saint Louis at 22°C and lows at 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to fly to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Garden District and Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World. New Orleans Pharmacy Museum and The National WWII Museum will appeal to museum buffs. And it doesn't end there: explore the different monuments and memorials at Lafayette Cemetery No.1, explore the world behind art at Ogden Museum of Southern Art, get a dose of the wild on Ultimate Swamp Adventures, and get to know the fascinating history of French Quarter.

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Getting from Saint Louis to New Orleans by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Plan for much hotter nights when traveling from Saint Louis in April since evenings lows in New Orleans dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Salt Lake City.

Utah's capital and most populous city, Salt Lake City boasts a small-town feel, big-city amenities, and plenty of nature on its doorstep.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Temple Square and Springville Museum of Art. Let the collections at Church History Museum and Brigham Young University Museum of Art capture your imagination. Change things up with a short trip to Provo City Center Temple in Provo (about 52 minutes away). There's lots more to do: fly down the slopes at Little Cottonwood Canyon, see the interesting displays at Land Cruiser Heritage Museum, contemplate the long history of Assembly Hall, and take in breathtaking views at City Creek Canyon.

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Traveling by flight from New Orleans to Salt Lake City takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from New Orleans to Salt Lake City. When traveling from New Orleans in April, plan for slightly colder days in Salt Lake City, with highs around 20°C, while nights are colder with lows around 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to fly to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): examine the collection at Counts Kustoms, see American Adventure Tours, then engage your brain at Bodies The Exhibition, then get engrossed in the history at Titanic, and finally admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, enjoy some diversion at Green Valley Range, then examine the collection at Shelby American Inc, and finally see the interesting displays at Pinball Hall of Fame.

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You can fly from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Salt Lake City in May; daily highs in Las Vegas reach 36°C and lows reach 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight 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 some cultural insight at The Getty Center and The Getty Villa. You'll explore and learn at La Brea Tar Pits and Museum and California Science Center. Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, stroll the grounds of Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park, examine the collection at Madame Tussauds Hollywood, and look and learn at Griffith Observatory.

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Getting from Las Vegas to Los Angeles by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Las Vegas in May, with highs in Los Angeles at 28°C and lows at 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Yosemite, Tunnel View and Yosemite Valley Loop Trail. Step out of the city life by going to Yosemite Falls and Vernal Fall. There's still lots to do: explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, stroll through Gaylor Lake, hike along May Lake Trailhead, and identify plant and animal life at Nature Center at Happy Isles.

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Explore your travel options from Los Angeles to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect little chillier days and colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 21°C to lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can travel to Oakland.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): immerse yourself in nature at Mount Diablo State Park, then identify plant and animal life at Lindsay Wildlife Museum, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Tilden Nature Area. On the next day, stroll the grounds of Mountain View Cemetery, take in the spiritual surroundings of Oakland California Temple, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lafayette Reservoir, and finally take a peaceful walk through Joaquin Miller Park.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to Oakland. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in Oakland, with lows around 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can fly to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to The Museum of Flight and Sky View Observatory. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Bruce Lee Grave Site and Christ Our Hope Catholic Church. There's still lots to do: shop like a local with Chihuly Garden and Glass, walk around Kerry Park, take a leisurely stroll along Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, and browse the fresh offerings at Pike Place Market.

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Getting from Oakland to Seattle by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.