45 days in Idaho Itinerary

Ketchum is a city in Blaine County, Idaho, United States, in the central part of the state. Step out of Ketchum with an excursion to Shoshone Ice Caves in Shoshone--about 58 minutes away. There's lots more to do: delve into the lush surroundings at Sawtooth Wilderness Area, explore the activities along Pettit Lake, take in the awesome beauty at Bald Mountain, and stroll through Bald Mountain Trail.

To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ketchum driving holiday planner.

Krakow, Poland to Ketchum is an approximately 21-hour combination of flight and car. You'll gain 8 hours traveling from Krakow to Ketchum due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Krakow in July, expect nights in Ketchum to be about the same, around 14°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 34°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to drive to Stanley.

Stanley is a town in Custer County, Idaho, United States. Stanley is known for adventure, nature, and outdoors. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, trot along with a tour on horseback, contemplate the waterfront views at Stanley Lake, and take an in-depth tour of Stanley Museum.

To see photos, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, use the Stanley online trip itinerary builder.

You can drive from Ketchum to Stanley in 1.5 hours. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Stanley when traveling from Ketchum in July, with lows around 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can go by car to Salmon.

Salmon is a city in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Mon): take an in-depth tour of Sacajawea Interpretive, Cultural and Education Center, then examine the collection at Lemhi Historical Museum, and then take a memorable drive along Salmon River Scenic Byway. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Goldbug Hot Springs and then relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.

To see more things to do, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Salmon travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Stanley to Salmon takes 2.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Stanley in July since evenings lows in Salmon dip to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Arco.

Arco is a city in Butte County, Idaho, United States. On the 26th (Wed), see the interesting displays at EBR-1, then explore the striking landscape at Craters of the Moon National Monument, and then stroll around Bottolfsen Park.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, use the Arco travel planner.

You can drive from Salmon to Arco in 2.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Arco can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. On the 27th (Thu), you're off to Idaho Falls.

Idaho Falls is a city in and the county seat of Bonneville County, Idaho, United States, and is the largest city in Eastern Idaho. Change things up with these side-trips from Idaho Falls: Cress Creek Nature Trail (in Rexburg), Mesa Falls (in Ashton) and St Anthony Sand Dunes (in Saint Anthony). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Idaho Falls Temple & Visitors Center, make a trip to Snake River Greenbelt, immerse yourself in nature at Harriman State Park, and learn more about the world around you at Museum of Idaho.

To see photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Idaho Falls trip planner.

Getting from Arco to Idaho Falls by car takes about 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to drive to Lava Hot Springs.

Lava Hot Springs is a city in Bannock County, Idaho, United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Lava Hot Springs: Bear Lake (in Paris), Pocatello (Swore Farms & Museum of Clean) and Minnetonka Cave (in Saint Charles). There's still lots to do: take in the natural beauty of Lava Hot Springs, glide through natural beauty at Baker Ranch, cool off at Olympic Swimming Complex, and relax and rejuvenate at Lava Hot Springs Massage Therapy.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Lava Hot Springs trip planner.

Traveling by car from Idaho Falls to Lava Hot Springs takes 1.5 hours. In July, daytime highs in Lava Hot Springs are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Twin Falls.

Twin Falls is the county seat and largest city of Twin Falls County, Idaho, United States. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Twin Falls: Balanced Rock County Park (in Buhl), City Of Rocks National Reserve (in Almo) and Ritter Island State Park (in Wendell). There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Shoshone Falls, hike along Snake River Canyon Trail, snap pictures at Perrine Bridge, and immerse yourself in nature at Thousand Springs State Park.

To see other places to visit, photos, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Twin Falls travel planning tool.

Getting from Lava Hot Springs to Twin Falls by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Lava Hot Springs in August, expect a bit warmer with lows of 17°C in Twin Falls. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) so you can go by car to Boise.

From its main thoroughfare, Boise greets visitors with a view of downtown framed by the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

Change things up with these side-trips from Boise: Wilson Springs Ponds (in Nampa) and Jump Creek (in Marsing). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at Boise River Greenbelt, appreciate the history behind Idaho State Capitol Building, steep yourself in history at Old Idaho Penitentiary, and walk around Kathryn Albertson Park.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Boise trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Twin Falls to Boise in 2 hours. Another option is to take a bus. August in Boise sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to drive to McCall.

McCall is a resort town on the western edge of Valley County, Idaho, United States. You'll find plenty of places to visit near McCall: ROW Adventures - Salmon River Canyons (in Lewiston), Snake River Canyon Overlook (in Mountain Home) and Riggins (Rapid River Fish Hatchery, River Adventures, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Payette Lake, tee off at Mccall Golf Club, immerse yourself in nature at Ponderosa State Park, and explore the stunning scenery at Snake River.

To see maps, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our McCall itinerary planning tool.

Drive from Boise to McCall in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Boise in August; daily highs in McCall reach 32°C and lows reach 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to drive to Coeur d'Alene.

Coeur d'Alene is the largest city and county seat of Kootenai County, Idaho, United States. Explore Coeur d'Alene's surroundings by going to Athol (Farragut State Park & Silverwood Theme Park), Wallace (Northern Pacific Depot & Oasis Bordello Museum) and Crystal Gold Mine (in Kellogg). There's much more to do: explore the activities along Coeur d'Alene Lake, walk around McEuen Park, identify plant and animal life at Tubbs Hill Nature Trails, and explore the landscape on two wheels at North Idaho Centennial Trail.

For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Coeur d'Alene day trip planning site.

You can drive from McCall to Coeur d'Alene in 5 hours. Traveling from McCall to Coeur d'Alene, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from McCall in August since evenings lows in Coeur d'Alene dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.