40 days in United States Itinerary

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.

Dedicate the 11th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, stroll around Volunteer Park Conservatory, enjoy breathtaking views from Space Needle, and take a stroll through Pike Place Market.

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Frankfurt, Germany to Seattle is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from Frankfurt to Seattle, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, daily temperatures in Seattle can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 12th (Sat) to allow time for the flight to Spokane.

Spokane is a city located in the state of Washington in the northwestern United States. Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Aloysius Church. Keep things going the next day: look for all kinds of wild species at Tubbs Hill Nature Trails, explore the activities along Coeur d'Alene Lake, and then walk around Coeur d'Alene City Park and Independence Point.

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You can fly from Seattle to Spokane in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in August, you will find days in Spokane are somewhat warmer (35°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to fly to Glacier National Park.

The glaciers from which Glacier National Park takes its name mostly dissipated eons ago, but they left behind a scoured landscape of high and steep mountain peaks, sparkling lakes, lush alpine meadows, and thick forests.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Tue): contemplate the waterfront views at Avalanche Lake, then take some stellar pictures from Jackson Glacier Overlook, then cruise along Going-to-the-Sun Road, and finally admire the verdant scenery at Logan Pass. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake McDonald and then identify plant and animal life at Goat Lick Overlook.

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Traveling by flight from Spokane to Glacier National Park takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Spokane to Glacier National Park due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Spokane in August since evenings lows in Glacier National Park dip to 10°C. On the 16th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Yellowstone National Park.

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

On the 17th (Thu), take in the natural beauty of Grand Prismatic Spring, take in the natural beauty of Upper Geyser Basin, then take in the natural beauty of Old Faithful, and finally witness a stunning natural landmark at Blue Star Spring. On the next day, take some stellar pictures from Lookout Point, explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Uncle Tom's Trail, and finally witness a stunning natural landmark at Sulphur Caldron.

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You can fly from Glacier National Park to Yellowstone National Park in 6.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and taxi. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Glacier National Park in August: high temperatures in Yellowstone National Park hover around 24°C and lows are around 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Rocky Mountain National Park.

Rocky Mountain National Park presents an ideal setting for recreation in the mountain range for which the park is named.

Rocky Mountain National Park is known for nature, scenic drive, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take a memorable drive along Trail Ridge Road, trek along Emerald Lake Trail, appreciate the views at Many Parks Curve Overlook, and admire all the interesting features of Old Fall River Road.

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You can drive from Yellowstone National Park to Rocky Mountain National Park in 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and car; or do a combination of car, bus, taxi, and train. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yellowstone National Park in August: high temperatures in Rocky Mountain National Park hover around 37°C and lows are around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

Change things up with these side-trips from Savannah: Hilton Head (Wheelz of Hilton Head, Spas, &more), Beaufort (The Point, Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours, &more) and The Church of the Cross (in Bluffton). And it doesn't end there: go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour, explore the different monuments and memorials at Bonaventure Cemetery, don't miss a visit to Historic River Street, and shop like a local with Savannah Historic District.

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You can do a combination of car and flight from Rocky Mountain National Park to Savannah in 10.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car and bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 2 hour difference. Traveling from Rocky Mountain National Park in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Savannah, with lows of 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Wed) so you can fly to Atlanta.

Georgia’s largest city and capital, Atlanta is a thriving metropolis anchored by its southern roots.

Step out of Atlanta to go to Stone Mountain and see Stone Mountain Park, which is approximately 36 minutes away. There's still lots to do: observe the fascinating underwater world at Georgia Aquarium, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, see the interesting displays at World of Coca-Cola, and explore the galleries of National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

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You can fly from Savannah to Atlanta in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. September in Atlanta sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 22°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly back home.