41 days in United States Itinerary

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

You'll explore and learn at The National WWII Museum and Whitney Plantation. Get some cultural insight at Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site and New Orleans Pharmacy Museum. Next up on the itinerary: get a new perspective on things with Ultimate Swamp Adventures, examine the collection at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, explore the different monuments and memorials at Lake Lawn Metairie, and learn about all things military at Memorial Hall Confederate Civil War Museum.

For photos, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the New Orleans trip planner.

Philadelphia to New Orleans is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Philadelphia to New Orleans. When traveling from Philadelphia in July, plan for slightly colder days in New Orleans, with highs around 31°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can fly to Miami.

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and Perez Art Museum Miami. Step out of the city life by going to Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center and Lummus Park Beach. Venture out of the city with trips to Bal Harbor Beach (in Bal Harbour), Key Largo (Molasses Reef & Grecian Rocks) and Fort Lauderdale (Fort Lauderdale Beach Park & Las Olas Beach). There's much more to do: zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, contemplate the long history of Deering Estate, appreciate the history behind Torch of Friendship, and kick back and relax at Surfside Beach.

To see other places to visit, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read our Miami online trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from New Orleans to Miami in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour. When traveling from New Orleans in July, plan for somewhat warmer days in Miami, with highs around 38°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Orlando.

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Walt Disney World Resort has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): discover the magic at Walt Disney World Resort. Here are some ideas for day two: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, wander the streets of International Drive, then kick back and relax at Dan Tarrell Memorial Point, and finally learn more about the world around you at SKELETONS: Museum of Osteology.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and tourist information, read Orlando road trip tool.

You can fly from Miami to Orlando in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. August in Orlando sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Washington DC.

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

Visit The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for their historical value. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to National Gallery of Art and Capitol Hill. There's much more to do: visit Old Town, examine the collection at National Air and Space Museum, explore the world behind art at National Portrait Gallery, and explore the galleries of Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens.

To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Washington DC trip planner.

Fly from Orlando to Washington DC in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Orlando in August, with highs in Washington DC at 36°C and lows at 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Boston.

Rich in museums, restaurants, shops, and historical sites, Boston attracts over 16 million visitors each year.

Appreciate the collections at Museum of Fine Arts and Old State House. Your inner history buff will appreciate Granary Burying Ground and John F. Kennedy National Historic Site. Explore Boston's surroundings by going to Smuttynose Brewing Company (in Hampton), Salisbury Beach State Reservation (in Salisbury) and USS Albacore Museum (in Portsmouth). There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library, get to know the fascinating history of HarborWalk, admire the masterpieces at Harvard Art Museums, and wander the streets of Back Bay.

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Getting from Washington DC to Boston by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Washington DC in August, things will get slightly colder in Boston: highs are around 32°C and lows about 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough 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.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center, then stroll through Niagara Gorge Trail, then see the interesting displays at Niagara Power Project Visitors Center, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Devil's Hole State Park. On the 13th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, then admire the landmark architecture of Richardson Olmsted Campus, then admire the masterpieces at Burchfield Penney Art Center, and finally get a new perspective on things with Brookdog Fishing Co.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Niagara Falls tour planner.

You can fly from Boston to Niagara Falls in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In August in Niagara Falls, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 19°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Chicago.

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

Get some cultural insight at Chicago Riverwalk and The Art Institute of Chicago. Your inner history buff will appreciate Cantigny Park and Baha'i House of Worship. When in Chicago, make a side trip to see Riverwalk Lot in Naperville, approximately Naperville away. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Lakefront Trail, don't miss a visit to Buckingham Fountain, wander the streets of Lincoln Park, and visit The Loop.

To find ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Chicago trip itinerary builder website.

Traveling by flight from Niagara Falls to Chicago takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from Niagara Falls in August, Chicago is a bit warmer at night with lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Sitka.

The City and Borough of Sitka, formerly Novo-Arkhangelsk, or New Archangel under Russian rule, is a unified city-borough located on Baranof Island and the southern half of Chichagof Island in the Alexander Archipelago of the Pacific Ocean (part of the Alaska Panhandle), in the U.S. state of Alaska. On the 18th (Fri), take in the exciting artwork at Island Artists Gallery, identify plant and animal life at Alaska Raptor Center, take an in-depth tour of Sitka Centennial Visitors Center, then trek along Herring Cove Trail, and finally get engrossed in the history at Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall.

To find maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Sitka itinerary website.

Getting from Chicago to Sitka by flight takes about 9.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from Chicago to Sitka, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Chicago in August, you will find days in Sitka are colder (20°C), and nights are a bit cooler (14°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Juneau.

Juneau is an unusual state capital in many respects.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sat): hike along Gold Creek Flume Trail, admire the masterpieces at Juneau-Douglas City Museum, then view the masterpieces at Annie Kaill's Gallery Gifts Framing, then sample the fine beverages at Amalga Distillery, and finally contemplate the long history of Statue of Patsy Ann, the Dog. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take an in-depth tour of Last Chance Mining Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, then stroll through Perseverance National Recreation Trail, and finally explore the striking landscape at Inside Passage.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Juneau itinerary planner.

You can fly from Sitka to Juneau in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Juneau can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) so you can travel to Ketchikan.

The narrow city of Ketchikan clings to the bluffs that form Revillagigedo Island's southwestern shore.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Mon): trek along Deer Mountain Trail, whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, then immerse yourself in nature at Totem Bight State Historical Park, and finally trek along Ketchikan Rainbird Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue): view the masterpieces at Caribou Creek Company, view the masterpieces at Scanlon Gallery, pause for some serene contemplation at St. John's Episcopal Church, take an in-depth tour of Tongass Historical Museum, then see the interesting displays at Dolly's House Museum, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Creek Street.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Ketchikan online trip builder.

You can do a combination of flight and ferry from Juneau to Ketchikan in 3 hours. Another option is to ride a ferry. In August, daytime highs in Ketchikan are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like The Museum of Flight and Museum of Glass. You'll explore and learn at Chihuly Garden and Glass and Glasshouse Studio. When in Seattle, make a side trip to see Chihuly Bridge of Glass in Tacoma, approximately Tacoma away. There's lots more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Alki Beach, see the interesting displays at Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Discovery Center, learn about winemaking at Chateau Ste. Michelle Vineyards, and walk around Kerry Park.

For ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Seattle trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Ketchikan to Seattle by combination of ferry and flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Ketchikan to Seattle is 1 hour. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Ketchikan in August, with highs in Seattle at 31°C and lows at 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge. Let the collections at Walt Disney Family Museum and Musee Mecanique capture your imagination. The adventure continues: identify plant and animal life at Marin Headlands, contemplate the long history of SS Jeremiah O'Brien, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and trek along Lands End.

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the San Francisco trip planning website.

Traveling by flight from Seattle to San Francisco takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in August, you will find days in San Francisco are little chillier (26°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) to allow 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.

On the 29th (Tue), take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, identify plant and animal life at Nature Center at Happy Isles, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Swinging Bridge Picnic Area Yosemite National Park CA, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bridalveil Fall, then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, and finally stroll through Pioneer Yosemite History Center. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point, explore the striking landscape at Sentinel Dome, get great views at Valley View, then take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at North Dome.

For traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Yosemite National Park route maker app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. When traveling from San Francisco in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Yosemite National Park, with highs around 32°C, while nights are slightly colder with lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Thu) to allow enough 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.

You've now added Grand Canyon Destinations to your itinerary. You'll discover tucked-away gems like The LINQ Promenade and Counts Kustoms. Titanic and Shelby American Inc will appeal to museum buffs. There's much more to do: immerse yourself in nature at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, get a taste of the local shopping with The Strip, see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds - Las Vegas, and ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Las Vegas trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to Las Vegas. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in August: highs in Las Vegas hover around 45°C, while lows dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can fly back home.