50 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip itinerary maker
Start: Canberra
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 6 nights
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Orlando
— 5 nights
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Fort Myers Beach
— 2 nights
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Key West
— 4 nights
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Everglades National Park
— 1 night
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New York City
— 6 nights
Fly to Flagstaff, Bus to Grand Canyon National Park
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 5 nights
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Las Vegas
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Santa Monica
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Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii
— 4 nights
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Lahaina, Maui
— 4 nights
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Honolulu, Oahu
— 4 nights
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End: Canberra
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
Your inner history buff will appreciate Alcatraz Island and City Lights Booksellers. Head to Ferry Building Marketplace and Ferry Plaza Farmers Marketfor plenty of shopping. There's still lots to do: take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, get curious at Exploratorium, browse the different shops at Ghirardelli Square, and take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf.
To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the San Francisco online route maker.
Canberra, Australia to San Francisco is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -18 hour difference. While traveling from Canberra, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the San Francisco online route maker.
Canberra, Australia to San Francisco is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -18 hour difference. While traveling from Canberra, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in San Francisco, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 6 nights
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Get outdoors at Glacier Point and Four Mile Trail. Wawona Hotel, National Historic Landmark and Yosemite Cemetery will appeal to history buffs. And it doesn't end there: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cathedral Range, look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Center at Happy Isles, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mariposa Grove, and explore the wealth of natural beauty at Swinging Bridge Picnic Area Yosemite National Park CA.
For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park day trip website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from San Francisco in November, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be colder, around -8°C, while days are little chillier, around 14°C. On the 26th (Sun), you're off to Orlando.
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For where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park day trip website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from San Francisco in November, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be colder, around -8°C, while days are little chillier, around 14°C. On the 26th (Sun), you're off to Orlando.
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Orlando — 5 nights
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Theme Park Capital of the World
Get out of town with these interesting Orlando side-trips: Dolphin and Manatee Adventure Tour of Fort Myers (in Bonita Springs) and Stetson Mansion (in DeLand). Have a day of magic on the 27th (Mon) at Walt Disney World Resort. Pack the 29th (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Universal's Islands of Adventure. There's lots more to do: make an unforgettable trip to Magic Kingdom Park, look for gifts at The Mall at Millenia, and get in on the family fun at Universal Orlando Resort.
For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Orlando online holiday builder.
Getting from Yosemite National Park to Orlando by flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from Yosemite National Park to Orlando. In November, Orlando is much hotter than Yosemite National Park - with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Fort Myers Beach.
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For maps, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Orlando online holiday builder.
Getting from Yosemite National Park to Orlando by flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from Yosemite National Park to Orlando. In November, Orlando is much hotter than Yosemite National Park - with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Fort Myers Beach.
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Fort Myers Beach — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): see the interesting displays at Revs Institute, play a few rounds at LaPlaya Golf Course, and then catch a movie at Coconut Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun): browse the eclectic array of goods at Sanibel Island Farmer's Market and then see some colorful creatures with Island Time Dolphin & Shelling Cruises.
To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Fort Myers Beach trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Orlando to Fort Myers Beach takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In December in Fort Myers Beach, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to ride a ferry to Key West.
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To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Fort Myers Beach trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Orlando to Fort Myers Beach takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In December in Fort Myers Beach, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to ride a ferry to Key West.
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Key West — 4 nights
Conch Republic
Popular historic sites such as Audubon House & Tropical Gardens and Truman Little White House are in your itinerary. For shopping fun, head to Peppers Of Key West or Alan S. Maltz Gallery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Key West: Marathon (The Turtle Hospital, Crane Point Museum & Nature Center, &more) and Big Pine Key (National Key Deer Refuge & Bahia Honda State Park). Next up on the itinerary: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take in the exciting artwork at 7 Artists & Friends Key West, look for all kinds of wild species at Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, and examine the collection at The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Key West trip planner.
Getting from Fort Myers Beach to Key West by ferry takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Fort Myers Beach in December, plan for a bit warmer nights in Key West, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to fly to Everglades National Park.
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For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Key West trip planner.
Getting from Fort Myers Beach to Key West by ferry takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Fort Myers Beach in December, plan for a bit warmer nights in Key West, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to fly to Everglades National Park.
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Everglades National Park — 1 night
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Largest Subtropical Wilderness in the United States
Kick off your visit on the 8th (Fri): identify plant and animal life at Shark Valley Visitor Center and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Anhinga Trail.
To see where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Everglades National Park holiday builder.
Fly from Key West to Everglades National Park in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In December in Everglades National Park, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to fly to New York City.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Everglades National Park holiday builder.
Fly from Key West to Everglades National Park in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In December in Everglades National Park, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) to allow time to fly to New York City.
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New York City — 6 nights
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Big Apple
Visit 9/11 Memorial and Ellis Island for their historical value. The adventure continues: stroll through Central Park, make a trip to Rockefeller Center, explore the world behind art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and admire the striking features of Grand Central Terminal.
To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the New York City visit planner.
You can fly from Everglades National Park to New York City in 5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In December, New York City is much colder than Everglades National Park - with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the New York City visit planner.
You can fly from Everglades National Park to New York City in 5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In December, New York City is much colder than Everglades National Park - with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Thu) to allow time for travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 5 nights
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Visiting Grand Canyon South Rim and Rim Trail will get you outdoors. On the 18th (Mon), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. There's lots more to do: get great views at Lipan Point, make a trip to Grand Canyon Village, take in breathtaking views at Yavapai Point, and hike along South Kaibab Trail.
For photos, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Grand Canyon National Park attractions planner.
Traveling by combination of flight and bus from New York City to Grand Canyon National Park takes 11.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and shuttle. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in December, plan for much colder nights in Grand Canyon National Park, with lows around -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to travel to Las Vegas.
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For photos, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Grand Canyon National Park attractions planner.
Traveling by combination of flight and bus from New York City to Grand Canyon National Park takes 11.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and shuttle. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a -2 hour difference. Traveling from New York City in December, plan for much colder nights in Grand Canyon National Park, with lows around -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Tue) early enough to travel to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 3 nights
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Sin City
Do your shopping at The Strip and Barneys New York. Escape the urban bustle at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Off-Road Tours. The adventure continues: ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio, buy something for everyone on your list at Mandalay Place, enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck, and admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.
For photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Las Vegas holiday maker tool.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in December: highs in Las Vegas hover around 16°C, while lows dip to 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Santa Monica.
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For photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Las Vegas holiday maker tool.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in December: highs in Las Vegas hover around 16°C, while lows dip to 4°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Santa Monica.
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Santa Monica — 2 nights
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Fortunate People in a Fortunate Land
Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Santa Monica Farmers Market, then kick back and relax at Santa Monica State Beach, and finally stop by Bergamot Station. On the 24th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: shop like a local with Third Street Promenade, take a stroll through Montana Avenue, then buy something for everyone on your list at Two Rodeo Drive, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Annenberg Community Beach House.
For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Santa Monica trip itinerary builder website.
You can fly from Las Vegas to Santa Monica in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and tram. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Las Vegas in December; daily highs in Santa Monica reach 22°C and lows reach 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Kailua-Kona.
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For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Santa Monica trip itinerary builder website.
You can fly from Las Vegas to Santa Monica in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and tram. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Las Vegas in December; daily highs in Santa Monica reach 22°C and lows reach 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Kailua-Kona.
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Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii — 4 nights
Heart of the Kona Coast
Head to Hilo Farmers Market and Big Island Beesfor some retail therapy. Visiting Swim with Dolphins and Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area will get you outdoors. Venture out of the city with trips to Hilo (Liliuokalani Gardens & Akaka Falls State Park) and Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park (in Honaunau). Next up on the itinerary: look for all kinds of wild species at Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary, enjoy the sand and surf at Kahaluu Beach, stroll through Mauna Kea Beach, and tee off at Mauna Lani Resort .
For more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kailua-Kona sightseeing planning tool.
Traveling by flight from Santa Monica to Kailua-Kona takes 7 hours. Traveling from Santa Monica to Kailua-Kona, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Santa Monica in December, with highs in Kailua-Kona at 32°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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For more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kailua-Kona sightseeing planning tool.
Traveling by flight from Santa Monica to Kailua-Kona takes 7 hours. Traveling from Santa Monica to Kailua-Kona, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Santa Monica in December, with highs in Kailua-Kona at 32°C and lows at 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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Lahaina, Maui — 4 nights
Crown Jewel of Maui
Visiting Haleakala Crater and Hana Highway - Road to Hana will get you outdoors. Explore Lahaina's surroundings by going to Iao Valley (in Wailuku) and Zipline (in Kula). The adventure continues: look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas, stroll through Napili Beach, stop by Maui Mike's Beach House, and kick back and relax at Kapalua Beach.
To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Lahaina day trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Kailua-Kona to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. In December in Lahaina, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) to allow time to fly to Honolulu.
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To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Lahaina day trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Kailua-Kona to Lahaina takes 2.5 hours. In December in Lahaina, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) to allow time to fly to Honolulu.
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Honolulu, Oahu — 4 nights
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Big Pineapple
Visiting Diamond Head State Monument and Waikiki Beach will get you outdoors. Visit USS Arizona Memorial and National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific for their historical value. When in Honolulu, make a side trip to see Bob Marlin Charters in Haleiwa, approximately Haleiwa away. There's still lots to do: browse the different shops at Ala Moana Center, identify plant and animal life at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, steep yourself in history at Iolani Palace, and kick back and relax at Kapiolani Regional Park.
To find photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Honolulu trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Lahaina to Honolulu takes 2.5 hours. In January in Honolulu, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 5th (Fri) before leaving for home.
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To find photos, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Honolulu trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Lahaina to Honolulu takes 2.5 hours. In January in Honolulu, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 22°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 5th (Fri) before leaving for home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
