45 days in United States Itinerary

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.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): get in on the family fun at Universal Orlando Resort, make an unforgettable trip to Epcot, and then admire the masterpieces at Museum Of Illusions Orlando. On the 3rd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, then browse the different shops at The Mall at Millenia, and then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To find maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Orlando day trip planning site.

Cary to Orlando is an approximately 9-hour car ride. Traveling from Cary in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Orlando, with lows of 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Key West.

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.

Get some historical perspective at Fort Zachary Taylor and Truman Little White House. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum and 7 Artists & Friends Key West are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Step out of Key West with an excursion to Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key--about 48 minutes away. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, explore the world behind art at Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House, get a taste of the local shopping with Collections Key West Gallery, and browse the different shops at Emerald's International.

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Getting from Orlando to Key West by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Key West can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Miami Beach.

Separated by water from the neighboring city of Miami, Miami Beach sits on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

Here are some ideas for day two: wander the streets of Lincoln Road, wander the streets of Espanola Way, then visit Art Deco Historic District, and finally shop like a local with Ocean Drive.

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Miami Beach trip planning app.

You can fly from Key West to Miami Beach in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Miami Beach are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can fly 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.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Wed): appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter, admire the landmark architecture of St. Louis Cathedral, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Jackson Square, and finally go on a hair-raising tour with a ghost and vampire tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Thu): surround yourself with nature on Happiness Bayou Tours, wander the streets of Royal Street, and then get to know the fascinating history of Garden District.

To see traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read New Orleans tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Miami Beach to New Orleans takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Miami Beach to New Orleans due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Miami Beach in August, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in New Orleans: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 32°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 11th (Fri) to wrap things up before traveling 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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Bright Angel Point and Grand Canyon Railway Depot. Get outdoors at Grand Canyon South Rim and Bright Angel Trail. There's much more to do: stroll through North Kaibab Trail, get great views at Lipan Point, hike along Rim Trail, and enjoy some music at Hopi House.

For maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Grand Canyon National Park trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from New Orleans to Grand Canyon National Park takes 10.5 hours. Traveling from New Orleans to Grand Canyon National Park, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New Orleans in August, Grand Canyon National Park is cooler at night with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) 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.

Shop till you drop at The Strip and The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort. Get in touch with nature at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Willow Beach. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Fountains of Bellagio, examine the collection at The Mob Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller, and take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

To find maps, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas trip maker tool.

Explore your travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas with the Route module. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in August, expect Las Vegas to be much hotter, temps between 45°C and 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Get some historical perspective at Santa Monica Pier and Venice Canals Walkway. Get outdoors at Santa Monica State Beach and Bronson Caves. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Los Angeles: Bergamot Station (in Santa Monica) and Rodeo Drive (in Beverly Hills). There's lots more to do: stroll through Santa Monica Bay, take a stroll through Montana Avenue, enjoy the sand and surf at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, and browse the different shops at Two Rodeo Drive.

To see ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read Los Angeles travel planning tool.

You can fly from Las Vegas to Los Angeles in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Las Vegas in August, with highs in Los Angeles at 34°C and lows at 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) 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.

Visiting Glacier Point and Tioga Pass will get you outdoors. And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, explore the activities along Tenaya Lake, take in the dramatic natural features at Sentinel Dome, and trek along Gaylor Lake.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park online tour itinerary builder.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Los Angeles to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from Los Angeles in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be cooler in Yosemite National Park, with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to travel to San Francisco.

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

Shop till you drop at Union Square and Petaluma Seed Bank. Get a sense of the local culture at Alcatraz Island and Fisherman's Wharf. Explore San Francisco's surroundings by going to Sonoma Coast State Beach (in Sonoma) and Bodega Dunes (in Bodega). There's still lots to do: steep yourself in history at Golden Gate Bridge, wander the streets of SoMa, and buy something for everyone on your list at Ferry Building Marketplace.

For maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco tour planning website.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in August: highs in San Francisco hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can catch the flight 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Olympic National Park and Alki Beach. Shop till you drop at Chihuly Garden and Glass and Pike Place Market. Go for a jaunt from Seattle to Olympic National Park to see Murhut Falls about 1h 55 min away. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight, enjoy breathtaking views from Space Needle, kick back and relax at Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park, and stroll through Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.

To find reviews, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Seattle visit website.

Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Seattle takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in August, you will find days in Seattle are somewhat warmer (31°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Yellowstone National Park.

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

Visiting Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Grand Prismatic Spring will get you outdoors. And it doesn't end there: take in the natural beauty of Black Sand Basin, explore the striking landscape at Aurum Geyser, hike along Pelican Creek Trail, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Lone Star Geyser.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Yellowstone National Park tour planner.

Traveling by flight from Seattle to Yellowstone National Park takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and car. Traveling from Seattle to Yellowstone National Park, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Seattle, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yellowstone National Park, ranging from highs of 18°C to lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like The Metropolitan Museum of Art and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Visiting Kismet Beach and 8th Ave Jetty will get you outdoors. Change things up with a short trip to Ocean Grove Beach in Ocean Grove (about 1h 10 min away). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Central Park, appreciate the history behind Statue of Liberty National Monument, contemplate the long history of 9/11 Memorial, and admire the landmark architecture of Empire State Building.

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Traveling by flight from Yellowstone National Park to New York City takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park to New York City, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Yellowstone National Park in September, you will find days in New York City are somewhat warmer (31°C), and nights are much warmer (22°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to fly back home.