43 days in United States Itinerary

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like The Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens and Indian Canyons. Get outdoors at Dolphin & Whale Watching and Santa Monica Bay. Venture out of the city with trips to Big Morongo Canyon Preserve (in Morongo Valley), Coronado Beach (in Coronado) and Running Horse Ranch (in Lake Hughes). The adventure continues: immerse yourself in nature at Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, examine the collection at The Getty Center, take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Venice Canals Walkway.

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Sydney, Australia to Los Angeles is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -18 hour difference. In April, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 15°C. You will leave for Portland on the 30th (Sun).

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother and Haystack Rock. Take a break from the city and head to Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Ecola State Park. Get out of town with these interesting Portland side-trips: Indian Creek Trail (in Hood River) and Multnomah Falls (in Bridal Veil). There's still lots to do: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden, and admire the striking features of Pittock Mansion.

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Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Portland takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Los Angeles in April, expect Portland to be slightly colder, temps between 20°C and 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Indianapolis.

Indiana's capital and most populous city, Indianapolis is best known for its racecar events and impressive museums, and as the hometown of Kurt Vonnegut.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Room Escape Games and Kentucky Derby Museum. Get some historical perspective at Churchill Downs and Spring Mill State Park. Get out of town with these interesting Indianapolis side-trips: Milwaukee Trail (in Bedford), Louisville (The Big Four Bridge & Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory) and Salt Creek Trail (in Nashville). Next up on the itinerary: explore the engaging exhibits at Children's Museum of Indianapolis, admire the striking features of Scottish Rite Cathedral, stroll the grounds of Crown Hill Cemetery, and pause for some photo ops at Peyton Manning Statue.

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Traveling by flight from Portland to Indianapolis takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 3 hours. May in Indianapolis sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to fly to Minneapolis.

Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): walk around Minnehaha Park, make a trip to Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, then admire the masterpieces at Minneapolis Institute of Art, and finally grab your bike and head to Mill Ruins Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Thu): test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms and then see the interesting displays at Mill City Museum.

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Getting from Indianapolis to Minneapolis by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 1 hour. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Indianapolis in May: highs in Minneapolis hover around 23°C, while lows dip to 11°C. On the 11th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Chicago.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Starved Rock State Park and Lake Michigan. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Lakefront Trail and Milwaukee Art Museum. Take a break from Chicago with a short trip to Matthiessen State Park in Utica, about 1h 40 min away. There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Chicago River, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fourth Presbyterian Church, stroll around Millennium Park, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.

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You can fly from Minneapolis to Chicago in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. May in Chicago sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to 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.

Independence National Historical Park and Brooklyn Heights Promenade will appeal to history buffs. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at St. Patrick's Cathedral and Greenwich Village. There's much more to do: go for a walk through Central Park, see the interesting displays at New York Public Library, stroll around World Trade Center's Liberty Park, and admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Traveling by flight from Chicago to New York City takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Chicago to New York City, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In May in New York City, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) to allow enough time 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.

Visiting South Kaibab Trail and Desert View Watchtower will get you outdoors. Step off the beaten path and head to Rim Trail and Off-Road Tours. There's still lots to do: hike along Hermit Trail, explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, tour the pleasant surroundings at Widforss Trail, and take a memorable drive along East Rim Drive.

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You can do a combination of flight and bus from New York City to Grand Canyon National Park in 11.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and shuttle. The time zone difference when traveling from New York City to Grand Canyon National Park is minus 2 hours. Traveling from New York City in May, Grand Canyon National Park is much colder at night with lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel to Yellowstone National Park.

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

Get in touch with nature at Upper Geyser Basin and Norris Geyser Basin. Step off the beaten path and head to Jenny Lake Trail and Elephant Back Mountain. There's much more to do: explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, witness a stunning natural landmark at Mud Volcano, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Roaring Mountain.

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Do a combination of bus and flight from Grand Canyon National Park to Yellowstone National Park in 9.5 hours. In May, Yellowstone National Park is slightly colder than Grand Canyon National Park - with highs of 13°C and lows of -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Duluth.

Situated on the westernmost point of the Lake Superior, Duluth represents a booming port city.

Get in touch with nature at Gooseberry Falls State Park and Split Rock Lighthouse State Park. Your inner history buff will appreciate Split Rock Lighthouse and Glensheen - The Historic Congdon Estate. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Duluth: Two Harbors (Iona's Beach Scientific and Natural Area & Superior Hiking Trail). There's lots more to do: cruise along Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive, take in the views from Aerial Lift Bridge, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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You can fly from Yellowstone National Park to Duluth in 8.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Yellowstone National Park to Duluth. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park in June, Duluth is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.