4 days in Phoenix & Vancouver Itinerary

Phoenix is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. Start off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): see the interesting displays at Musical Instrument Museum and then see Off-Road Tours. On your second day here, take an in-depth tour of Heard Museum and then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Phoenix. In September, daily temperatures in Phoenix can reach 99°F, while at night they dip to 78°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can travel to Vancouver.

Vancouver is a city on the north bank of the Columbia River in the U.S. On the 5th (Sat), take a memorable tour with Skamania Lodge Zip Line Tour, take in the dramatic scenery at Multnomah Falls, and then contemplate the long history of Columbia River Highway. On the 6th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: browse the fresh offerings at Esther Short Park, then indulge your senses at Wine Dirt, and then appreciate the extensive heritage of Officers' Row.

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You can fly from Phoenix to Vancouver in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Phoenix to Vancouver. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Phoenix in September: high temperatures in Vancouver hover around 75°F and lows are around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.