60 days in California, Hawaii & Alaska Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip builder
Start: Atlanta
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San Diego
— 4 nights
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Los Angeles
— 5 nights
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
— 4 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 7 nights
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San Francisco
— 5 nights
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Lahaina, Maui
— 5 nights
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Honolulu, Oahu
— 7 nights
Fly to Kenai, Drive to Homer
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Homer
— 2 nights
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Seward
— 2 nights
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Anchorage
— 6 nights
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Denali National Park and Preserve
— 4 nights
Train to Anchorage, Fly to Juneau
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Juneau
— 4 nights
Fly to Ketchikan, Ferry to Ketchikan
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Ketchikan
— 4 nights
Ferry to Ketchikan, Fly to Atlanta
End: Atlanta
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San Diego — 4 nights
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America's Finest City
Change things up with a short trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens in Encinitas (about 32 minutes away). There's lots more to do: meet the residents at San Diego Zoo, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cabrillo National Monument, walk around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.
To find where to stay and more tourist information, use the San Diego trip planner.
Atlanta to San Diego is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Atlanta to San Diego. Traveling from Atlanta in July, you will find days in San Diego are slightly colder (77°F), and nights are about the same (68°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can drive to Los Angeles.
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Atlanta to San Diego is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Atlanta to San Diego. Traveling from Atlanta in July, you will find days in San Diego are slightly colder (77°F), and nights are about the same (68°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can drive to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 5 nights
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City of Angels
Pack the 29th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. Pack the 30th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Santa Monica Pier, stop by Bergamot Station, see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory, and get answers to all your questions at Annenberg Community Beach House.
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Drive from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. Traveling from San Diego in July, you will find days in Los Angeles are a bit warmer (83°F), and nights are about the same (66°F). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Drive from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. Traveling from San Diego in July, you will find days in Los Angeles are a bit warmer (83°F), and nights are about the same (66°F). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 4 nights
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A Land of Giants
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park is known for nature, historic sites, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a dose of the wild on Sequoia Sightseeing Tours, stroll through Congress Trail, trek along General Grant Tree Trail, and explore the striking landscape at Moro Rock Trail.
For where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 95°F to lows of 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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For where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Los Angeles, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 95°F to lows of 63°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 7 nights
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Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, trek along Lembert Dome, and don't miss a visit to Olmsted Point.
To find more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Yosemite National Park journey builder tool.
Explore your travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in August: highs in Yosemite National Park hover around 81°F, while lows dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to travel to San Francisco.
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Explore your travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in August: highs in Yosemite National Park hover around 81°F, while lows dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) to allow time to travel to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 5 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, browse the different shops at Ferry Building Marketplace, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, and take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read our San Francisco trip itinerary app.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in August: highs in San Francisco hover around 73°F, while lows dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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To find more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read our San Francisco trip itinerary app.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in August: highs in San Francisco hover around 73°F, while lows dip to 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Lahaina.
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Lahaina, Maui — 5 nights
Crown Jewel of Maui
Take a break from Lahaina with a short trip to Wailea Beach in Wailea, about 46 minutes away. Spend the 19th (Mon) exploring the striking scenery along Hana Highway - Road to Hana. And it doesn't end there: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at D.T. Fleming Park, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Maui Ocean Center, and tee off at Kapalua Resort.
For maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Lahaina trip itinerary planner.
Fly from San Francisco to Lahaina in 7 hours. Traveling from San Francisco to Lahaina, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from San Francisco in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Lahaina: highs are around 86°F and lows about 74°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Honolulu.
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Fly from San Francisco to Lahaina in 7 hours. Traveling from San Francisco to Lahaina, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from San Francisco in August, things will get somewhat warmer in Lahaina: highs are around 86°F and lows about 74°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Honolulu.
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Honolulu, Oahu — 7 nights
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Big Pineapple
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Honolulu: Haleiwa (Waimea Bay, Sunset Beach Park, &more) and Pu’u O Mahuka Heiau State Monument (in Pupukea). The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Waikiki Beach, contemplate the long history of Iolani Palace, pause for some photo ops at USS Arizona Memorial, and capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour.
To see more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip website.
You can fly from Lahaina to Honolulu in 2.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Honolulu are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can travel to Homer.
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You can fly from Lahaina to Honolulu in 2.5 hours. In August, daytime highs in Honolulu are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can travel to Homer.
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Homer — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 31st (Sat): hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, then get a new perspective on nature at Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center, then explore the world behind art at Bunnell Street Arts Center, and finally examine the collection at Pratt Museum. Keep things going the next day: admire the majestic nature at Kachemak Bay State Park.
To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Homer attractions planner.
Traveling by combination of flight and car from Honolulu to Homer takes 11.5 hours. The time zone changes from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time to Alaska Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Honolulu in August, with highs in Homer at 63°F and lows at 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Seward.
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To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Homer attractions planner.
Traveling by combination of flight and car from Honolulu to Homer takes 11.5 hours. The time zone changes from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time to Alaska Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Honolulu in August, with highs in Homer at 63°F and lows at 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Seward.
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Seward — 2 nights
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Alaska Starts Here
Start off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Exit Glacier, then hike along Harding Ice Field Trail, and then explore the striking landscape at Holgate Glacier. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Seward Community Library & Museum, then get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Alaska SeaLife Center, then see the world from above with a helicopter tour, and finally get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.
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Traveling by car from Homer to Seward takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In September, daytime highs in Seward are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Anchorage.
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Traveling by car from Homer to Seward takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. In September, daytime highs in Seward are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Anchorage.
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Anchorage — 6 nights
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The City of Lights and Flowers
Make the 5th (Thu) an awe-inspiring day at Chugach State Park. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, get engrossed in the history at Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, trek along Kincaid Park, and look for all kinds of wild species at Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary.
For reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Anchorage online day trip planner.
Drive from Seward to Anchorage in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 57°F, and evening lows to 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Denali National Park and Preserve.
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For reviews, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Anchorage online day trip planner.
Drive from Seward to Anchorage in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 57°F, and evening lows to 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to take a train to Denali National Park and Preserve.
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Denali National Park and Preserve — 4 nights
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Spend the 12th (Thu) exploring at Wonder Lake. There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Husky Homestead, stroll through Mt. Healy Overlook Trail, experience rural life at Dog Gone It, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Denali.
To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Denali National Park and Preserve trip itinerary planner.
You can take a train from Anchorage to Denali National Park and Preserve in 6 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Denali National Park and Preserve are 55°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. On the 13th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Juneau.
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To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Denali National Park and Preserve trip itinerary planner.
You can take a train from Anchorage to Denali National Park and Preserve in 6 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Denali National Park and Preserve are 55°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. On the 13th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Juneau.
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Juneau — 4 nights
America's Largest Capital Area
Spend the 16th (Mon) exploring at Tracy Arm Fjord. Next up on the itinerary: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, don't miss a visit to Mendenhall Glacier, stroll through Mount Roberts Trail, and whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.
To find photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Juneau trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by combination of train and flight from Denali National Park and Preserve to Juneau takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Juneau when traveling from Denali National Park and Preserve in September, with lows around 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to travel to Ketchikan.
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To find photos, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Juneau trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by combination of train and flight from Denali National Park and Preserve to Juneau takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Juneau when traveling from Denali National Park and Preserve in September, with lows around 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to travel to Ketchikan.
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Ketchikan — 4 nights
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Salmon Capital of the World
Ketchikan is known for wildlife, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Misty Fjords National Monument, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, stop by Caribbean Gems, and get to know the fascinating history of Creek Street.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Ketchikan day trip site.
Do a combination of flight and ferry from Juneau to Ketchikan in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In September in Ketchikan, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to travel back home.
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For other places to visit, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read our Ketchikan day trip site.
Do a combination of flight and ferry from Juneau to Ketchikan in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In September in Ketchikan, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to travel back home.
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California travel guide
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.
Hawaii travel guide
The Aloha State
An archipelago of hundreds of volcanic islands located in a geological hot spot in the middle of Pacific, Hawaii offers diverse natural scenery and a warm tropical climate. The six major islands open to tourism draw visitors with their sun-drenched public beaches and craggy natural trails. Thanks to their mid-Pacific location, the islands boast a vibrant native culture influenced by both North America and Asia. You can spend your vacation basking in the modern comforts of the big hotels, but to experience the true spirit of these islands, remember that real Hawaiians live outdoors. Encounter nature by surfing, swimming, fishing, and picnicking, or join a guided tour across the ancient lava flows to the top of Hawaii's rugged volcanic peaks.
Alaska travel guide
The Last Frontier
The country's largest state, Alaska is also its least densely populated. America's final frontier, the state lies on the Arctic Circle and features some of the highest mountains in the United States. Today, several million people flock annually to the state's pristine wilderness areas, which shelter a diverse plant and animal life and offer a great selection of things to do. Tailor-made for adventurous types wishing to leave civilization behind, Alaska can also be an extremely expensive vacation destination, with few transportation options and much of its land accessible only by plane or helicopter.
