60 days in Continental USA Itinerary

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Birmingham
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Memphis
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Gulf Shores
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Nashville
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Bowling Green
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Louisville
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Lexington
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Gatlinburg
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Arlington
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Williamsburg
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Virginia Beach
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Birmingham — 6 nights

Magic City

Venture out of the city with trips to FarmLinks Golf Course (in Sylacauga), Huntsville (Twickenham & Kids Space) and Montgomery (Legacy Museum & National Memorial for Peace and Justice). And it doesn't end there: tour or see a game at Rickwood Field Park, get engrossed in the history at Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, see the interesting displays at Negro Southern League Museum, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at 16th Street Baptist Church.

For ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Birmingham trip planner.

Atlanta to Birmingham is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Atlanta to Birmingham, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In May, daytime highs in Birmingham are 81°F, while nighttime lows are 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Memphis.
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Memphis — 5 nights

Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll

Change things up with these side-trips from Memphis: Mid South Military Museum (in Atoka) and Collierville (Hewlett & Dunn Jean & Boot Barn & Collierville TN Historic District). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Graceland, explore the galleries of Stax Museum of American Soul Music, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and explore the world behind art at Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art.

For ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Memphis driving holiday planning tool.

Drive from Birmingham to Memphis in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 89°F in June, and nighttime lows around 71°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) so you can fly to Gulf Shores.
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Gulf Shores — 4 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Gulf Shores: Confederate Rest Cemetery (in Point Clear), Mobile (Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park, &more) and Fairhope (Weeks Bay Reserve & Fairhoper's Community Park).

To find ratings and tourist information, read Gulf Shores attractions tool.

You can fly from Memphis to Gulf Shores in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In June in Gulf Shores, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 71°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can fly to Nashville.
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Nashville — 6 nights

Music City U.S.A.

Venture out of the city with trips to Murfreesboro (Hazen Brigade Monument & Stones River National Battlefield). And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, see a show at Grand Ole Opry, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, and stop by Downtown Nashville.

To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Nashville day trip planning website.

Getting from Gulf Shores to Nashville by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In June in Nashville, expect temperatures between 88°F during the day and 67°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to go by car to Bowling Green.
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Bowling Green — 5 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Bowling Green: Paradise Point (in Glasgow), MB Roland Distillery (in Pembroke) and Mammoth Cave National Park (Echo River, Mammoth Cave, &more).

Make your Bowling Green itinerary with Inspirock to find out what to see and where to go.

You can drive from Nashville to Bowling Green in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. June in Bowling Green sees daily highs of 87°F and lows of 66°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can drive to Louisville.
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Louisville — 6 nights

Derby City

Venture out of the city with trips to Civil War Fort Duffield (in West Point), Bardstown (Willett Distilling Company & Lux Row Distillers) and Swope's Cars of Yesteryear Museum (in Elizabethtown). There's still lots to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Louisville Mega Cavern, contemplate the long history of Churchill Downs, examine the collection at Kentucky Derby Museum, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

To find maps, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Louisville trip planner.

Drive from Bowling Green to Louisville in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 1 hour. In June in Louisville, expect temperatures between 86°F during the day and 67°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Lexington.
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Lexington — 6 nights

Horse Capital of the World

Change things up with these side-trips from Lexington: Kentucky River Museum (in Richmond), Frankfort (Daniel Boone's Grave, Kentucky River Tours, &more) and Versailles (Sun Valley Farm & Woodford Reserve Distillery). And it doesn't end there: experience rural life at Mill Ridge Farm, explore the different monuments and memorials at Lexington Cemetery, try to win big at Keeneland, and make a trip to Hagyard Equine Medical Institute.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Lexington trip planner.

You can drive from Louisville to Lexington in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Lexington are 85°F, while nighttime lows are 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to drive to Gatlinburg.
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Gatlinburg — 6 nights

The Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains

Change things up with these side-trips from Gatlinburg: Hartford (River Rafting & Tubing & Zipline). There's lots more to do: sample the fine beverages at Sugarlands Distilling Company, identify plant and animal life at Roaring Fork, get in on the family fun at Dollywood, and take a memorable drive along Newfound Gap Road.

To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Gatlinburg trip planner.

Drive from Lexington to Gatlinburg in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and car. In July in Gatlinburg, expect temperatures between 87°F during the day and 69°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can fly to Arlington.
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Arlington — 5 nights

National History, Local Flavor

Change things up with these side-trips from Arlington: Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (in Chantilly), Central Virginia Wine Tours & Transportation (in Orange) and Shenandoah National Park (Old Rag Mountain Hike & Hawksbill Mountain). And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, take a stroll through Old Town, get engrossed in the history at Ford Orientation Center, and wander the wide-open spaces of Rocking S Ranch.

To find traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Arlington trip itinerary planning site.

Traveling by flight from Gatlinburg to Arlington takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Arlington can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Williamsburg.
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Williamsburg — 5 nights

Colonial Capital

Change things up with these side-trips from Williamsburg: The Mariners' Museum and Park (in Newport News) and Smithfield (St. Luke's Historic Church & Museum & Windsor Castle Park). And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Colonial Williamsburg, make a trip to Colonial Williamsburg Capitol Building, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and step aboard Jamestown Settlement.

To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Williamsburg trip itinerary builder.

You can fly from Arlington to Williamsburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway and train. In July, daily temperatures in Williamsburg can reach 91°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) so you can go by car to Virginia Beach.
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Virginia Beach — 5 nights

The Resort City

Get out of town with these interesting Virginia Beach side-trips: Riddick's Folly House Museum (in Suffolk), Oak Grove Lake Park (in Chesapeake) and The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio (in Norfolk). Next up on the itinerary: take a leisurely stroll along Virginia Beach Boardwalk, pause for some photo ops at Navy Seal Monument, go for a walk through Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Memorial, and take in nature's colorful creations at Norfolk Botanical Garden.

To see other places to visit, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Virginia Beach online trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Williamsburg to Virginia Beach in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Virginia Beach can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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Historic Sites · Parks · Museums · Beaches
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Alabama travel guide

4.3
Dolphin & Whale Watching · Military Museums · Historic Sites
Heart of Dixie
Known as a focal point of the civil rights struggle in the 1960s, Alabama features diverse landscapes that include tall mountains, rolling hills, and gentle plains. Though still largely undiscovered by foreign visitors, Alabama offers tourists a chance to discover the distinct culture of the Deep South. In addition to well-preserved examples of antebellum architecture, this area also boasts an outstanding local cuisine, famous for traditional barbecue recipes passed down from generation to generation. Looking for outdoorsy things to do? Nature lovers on holiday can explore the state's beaches, rugged canyons, and lush river valleys.
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Tennessee travel guide

4.4
Distilleries · Specialty Museums · Historic Sites
The Volunteer State
Divided by law, geography, and custom into three major regions, represented by the three stars on state's flag, Tennessee boasts a distinctive musical heritage that includes elements of bluegrass, country-western, and blues. With a countryside as diverse as its people, Tennessee includes landscapes ranging from a mountainous region in the east to the lowlands of the west, with gently rolling hills in the middle. For a well-rounded vacation, you can hike remote mountain trails in the morning and explore the crowded bars of Nashville in the evening. Visit the urban attractions, such as Elvis Presley's former residence in Memphis, but don't miss a chance to spend some time in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, situated in the eastern part of the state.
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Kentucky travel guide

4.6
Caves · Distilleries · Specialty Museums
The Bluegrass State
A diverse region of sprawling farmland and rich cultural heritage, Kentucky is the birthplace of American horse racing and home to the world-famous Kentucky Derby. While the cities of Lexington and Louisville experience the majority of the state's tourism, Kentucky is also a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts with its array of natural attractions, including the Cumberland Gap and the world's longest cave system at Mammoth Cave National Park. Take a tour through original Civil War battlefields to delve into the nation's history, or head to one of the many bourbon distilleries to learn more about Kentucky's most famous export.
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Virginia travel guide

4.5
Historic Sites · Wineries & Vineyards · Gardens
Old Dominion
The home of the first permanent English colony in the New World, Virginia is a prime holiday destination for those looking to immerse themselves in American heritage. Proud of its colorful history, distinct culture, and southern drawl, Virginians see their state as the place where the imaginary line between the north and the south is drawn. With scenic beauties as diverse as its people, Virginia is a land of rolling hills, rugged mountains, lush valleys, dense forests, and secluded beaches along picturesque bays. Bordered on the east by the Atlantic and the west by the Appalachian Mountains, with rolling farmland in the middle, the state offers countless places to visit for history buffs, nature lovers, and passionate foodies.
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