41 days in United States Itinerary

One of the country's most popular shopping destinations, Dallas and its sprawling suburbs include more shopping centers per capita than any other urban center in America.

Change things up with these side-trips from Dallas: Immersive Gamebox - Grandscape, The Colony (in The Colony), Toilet Seat Museum (in Alamo Heights) and Fort Worth (Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District & Kimbell Art Museum). There's lots more to do: walk around Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, don't miss a visit to Reunion Tower, examine the collection at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, and pause for some photo ops at John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza.

To find traveler tips, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Dallas road trip site.

Sydney, Australia to Dallas is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 16 hours. Traveling from Sydney in October, expect nights in Dallas to be about the same, around 19°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) so you can catch the flight 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.

New Orleans is known for historic sites, nightlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: brush up on your military savvy at The National WWII Museum, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at The Sazerac House, see the interesting displays at Cabildo, and visit Garden District.

For where to stay, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our New Orleans trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Dallas to New Orleans takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Dallas in October, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in New Orleans: temperatures range from 22°C by day to 22°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Memphis.

The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.

Step out of Memphis to go to Tunica and see Horseshoe Tunica, which is approximately 46 minutes away. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, look for gifts at Lansky, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and admire the masterpieces at Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Memphis online trip planner.

Fly from New Orleans to Memphis in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from New Orleans in October, you will find days in Memphis are a bit warmer (29°C), and nights are a bit cooler (15°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to fly to Dearborn.

Dearborn sits as part of the Detroit metropolitan area and was the home of Henry Ford.

Change things up with these side-trips from Dearborn: Frankenmuth (Michigan Heroes Museum, Bronner's Christmas Wonderland, &more). The adventure continues: examine the collection at The Henry Ford, admire the landmark architecture of The Guardian Building, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Old St. Mary's Church, and contemplate the long history of Motown Museum.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Dearborn itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Memphis to Dearborn takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In October, Dearborn is little chillier than Memphis - with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) 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.

When in Niagara Falls, make a side trip to see Forest Lawn in Buffalo, approximately Buffalo away. Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Niagara Power Project Visitors Center, admire the sheer force of Niagara Falls, take in the architecture and atmosphere at First Presbyterian Church, and admire the striking features of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House.

To see traveler tips and more tourist information, you can read our Niagara Falls trip planner.

Getting from Dearborn to Niagara Falls by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and train. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in October, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can fly to New York City.

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

When in New York City, make a side trip to see Bronx Zoo in Bronx, approximately Bronx away. There's much more to do: go for a walk through Central Park, stop by Times Square, admire the striking features of Grand Central Terminal, and make a trip to The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the New York City route planner.

Getting from Niagara Falls to New York City by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Niagara Falls in October, with highs in New York City at 24°C and lows at 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) 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.

Las Vegas is known for nightlife, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, get outside with Outdoor Activities, see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum, and get a taste of the local shopping with The Strip.

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Fly from New York City to Las Vegas in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. When traveling from New York City in October, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to San Francisco.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Inglenook (in Rutherford), VGS Chateau Potelle (in St. Helena) and B Cellars Vineyards and Winery (in Oakville). There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Alcatraz Island, wander the streets of Fisherman's Wharf, buy something for everyone on your list at Ferry Building Marketplace, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Ferry Plaza Farmers Market.

To find more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our San Francisco journey builder website.

You can fly from Las Vegas to San Francisco in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and subway. Expect a daytime high around 20°C in November, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.