40 days in United States Itinerary

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Step out of San Diego with an excursion to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens in Encinitas--about 32 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: meet the residents at San Diego Zoo, walk around Balboa Park, immerse yourself in nature at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, and examine the collection at USS Midway Museum.

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Brussels, Belgium to San Diego is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 9 hours. Expect a bit warmer evenings in San Diego when traveling from Brussels in June, with lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to drive 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.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Two Rodeo Drive, take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, then take a memorable drive along Mulholland Drive, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, and finally look and learn at Griffith Observatory.

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Traveling by car from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. While traveling from San Diego, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Santa Barbara.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): savor the flavors at Food & Drink and then don't miss a visit to Chaucer's Bookstore. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Old Mission Santa Barbara, then get to know the fascinating history of State Street Underpass, then meet the residents at Santa Barbara Zoo, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf.

For more things to do, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Santa Barbara day trip planning site.

You can drive from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June, Santa Barbara is a bit cooler than Los Angeles - with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can drive to Big Sur.

A sparsely populated area with stunning views, Big Sur attracts artists and tourists traveling California’s scenic Highway 1.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): tour the pleasant surroundings at Pfeiffer State Beach, admire the natural beauty at Hawthorne Gallery, take in the dramatic scenery at McWay Falls, then kick back and relax at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. On the 20th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll around Garland Ranch Regional Park, then get great views at Rocky Creek Bridge, and then take in the views from Bixby Bridge.

For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Big Sur trip planner.

You can drive from Santa Barbara to Big Sur in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can drive to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): brush up on your military savvy at USS Pampanito, then steep yourself in history at SS Jeremiah O'Brien, then steep yourself in history at Alcatraz Island, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the natural beauty at Japanese Tea Garden, contemplate the long history of Golden Gate Bridge, then don't miss a visit to Lombard Street, and finally take a stroll through SoMa.

For reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the San Francisco day trip planning app.

Getting from Big Sur to San Francisco by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) so you can 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.

On the 28th (Wed), hike the day away at Panorama Trail. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, get great views at Valley View, hike along Four Mile Trail, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Tuolumne Meadows.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from San Francisco in June: highs in Yosemite National Park hover around 30°C, while lows dip to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

With mountain peaks reaching past 4,250 m (14,000 ft) and trees stretching to over 75 m (250 ft) high, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks present nature on a grand scale.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): hike along Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park, delve into the lush surroundings at Giant Forest, and then trek along Moro Rock Trail. On your second day here, admire the sheer force of Grizzly Falls, Head underground at Boyden Cavern, and then take in breathtaking views at Kings Canyon National Park.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park trip planning app.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Yosemite National Park in June, with highs in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park at 40°C and lows at 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can travel to Death Valley National Park.

Extreme heat and dryness create extreme landscapes in Death Valley National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): don't miss a visit to Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, contemplate the long history of Harmony Borax Works, explore the striking landscape at Zabriskie Point, take an in-depth tour of The Ranch at Furnace Creek, then take in the dramatic natural features at Devil's Golf Course, and finally explore the activities along Badwater Basin. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the striking landscape at The Devil's Speedway, then take some stellar pictures from Dante's View, and then hike along Gower Gulch Loop.

To see maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Death Valley National Park online road trip planner.

Traveling by car from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Death Valley National Park takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in June, plan for a bit warmer nights in Death Valley National Park, with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to travel 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.

On the 3rd (Mon), shop like a local with The Strip, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, then admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller, and then see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum.

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Getting from Death Valley National Park to Las Vegas by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Las Vegas when traveling from Death Valley National Park in July, with lows around 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Zion National Park.

Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.

On the 5th (Wed), hike along The Narrows. On the 6th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the striking landscape of Zion National Park.

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Getting from Las Vegas to Zion National Park by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Las Vegas to Zion National Park, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Las Vegas in July, plan for a bit cooler days and much colder nights in Zion National Park: temperatures range from 40°C by day to 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.

You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.

Bryce Canyon National Park is known for trails, sightseeing, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: trek along Navajo/Queens Garden Loop, get a dose of the wild on Red Canyon Trail Rides, get great views at Sunrise Point, and stroll through Sunset Point.

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Traveling by car from Zion National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park takes 1.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler temperatures when traveling from Zion National Park in July; daily highs in Bryce Canyon National Park reach 32°C and lows reach 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Page.

Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): get outside with Outdoor Activities, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, then explore the stunning scenery at Antelope Canyon, and finally admire the engineering at The Chains. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Coyote Buttes, explore the activities along Lake Powell, and then stroll through Horseshoe Bend.

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Drive from Bryce Canyon National Park to Page in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and shuttle. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Bryce Canyon National Park in July: highs in Page hover around 43°C, while lows dip to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Monument Valley.

Monument Valley is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of vast sandstone buttes, the largest reaching 1000ft above the valley floor. Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): see Off-Road Tours and then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour. On your second day here, admire all the interesting features of Moki Dugway, examine the collection at Goulding’s Trading Post Museum., and then trot along with a tour on horseback.

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You can drive from Page to Monument Valley in 2.5 hours. In July, Monument Valley is a bit cooler than Page - with highs of 38°C and lows of 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to travel to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

On the 14th (Fri), trek along Bright Angel Trail. Here are some ideas for day two: hike along Rim Trail.

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Getting from Monument Valley to Grand Canyon National Park by combination of car and flight takes about 5.5 hours. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Monument Valley in July: high temperatures in Grand Canyon National Park hover around 34°C and lows are around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to travel to Joshua Tree National Park.

Joshua Tree National Park takes its name from the Joshua tree, a twisted, spiky tree with bayonet-shaped leaves at the top that's one of the few plant species hardy enough to thrive in the extreme climate of the Mojave Desert.

On the 16th (Sun), take in the dramatic natural features at Skull Rock, then appreciate the views at Hidden Valley Nature Trail, and then explore the striking landscape at Keys View. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Mon): take a memorable drive along Geology Tour Road and then take in nature's colorful creations at Cholla Cactus Garden.

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Explore your travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Joshua Tree National Park with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in July, expect nights in Joshua Tree National Park to be warmer, around 30°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 46°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to San Diego.

See even more of San Diego: observe the fascinating underwater world at SeaWorld San Diego, kick back and relax at Mission Beach Park, stroll through Black's Beach, and look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.

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Traveling by car from Joshua Tree National Park to San Diego takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect colder weather when traveling from Joshua Tree National Park in July: highs in San Diego hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) so you can fly back home.