60 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States itinerary planner
Start: Brisbane
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Las Vegas
— 16 nights
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 17 nights
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Nageezi
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Santa Rosa
— 1 night
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Tucumcari
— 2 nights
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Raton
— 2 nights
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Las Vegas
— 2 nights
Drive to Albuquerque International Sunport, Fly to Memphis
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Memphis
— 11 nights
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King Salmon
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Katmai National Park and Preserve
— 3 nights
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End: Brisbane
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Las Vegas — 16 nights
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Sin City
Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.Venture out of the city with trips to Valley of Fire State Park (in Overton), Henderson (Lion Habitat Ranch & Green Valley Range) and Boulder City (Grace Community Church, Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum, &more). There's still lots to do: take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, take in panoramic vistas at High Roller, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and try your luck at Bellagio Hotel and Casino.
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Brisbane, Australia to Las Vegas is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Brisbane to Las Vegas is minus 18 hours. Traveling from Brisbane in December, expect Las Vegas to be much colder, temps between 16°C and 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 17 nights
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The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.When in Grand Canyon National Park, make a side trip to see Mooney Falls in Supai, approximately Supai away. On the 21st (Sat), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. The adventure continues: take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, cruise along East Rim Drive, make a trip to Grand Canyon Village, and take some stellar pictures from Mohave Point.
To find traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read Grand Canyon National Park trip planning site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. While traveling from Las Vegas, expect a bit cooler days and cooler nights in Grand Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 8°C to lows of -11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Nageezi.
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Nageezi — 2 nights
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Nageezi is a census-designated place in San Juan County, New Mexico, United States. On the 4th (Sat), explore the striking landscape of Chaco Culture National Historical Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 5th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Chetro Ketl, then delve into the distant past at Pueblo Bonito, and then explore the ancient world of Una Vida.
For maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Nageezi online trip builder.
Drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Nageezi in 5.5 hours. In January in Nageezi, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and -8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Santa Rosa.
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Drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Nageezi in 5.5 hours. In January in Nageezi, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and -8°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Santa Rosa.
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Santa Rosa — 1 night
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Santa Rosa is a city in and the county seat of Guadalupe County, New Mexico, United States. Start off your visit on the 6th (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Blue Hole, then explore the activities along Park Lake, and then examine the collection at Route 66 Auto Museum.
For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Rosa online itinerary planner.
Getting from Nageezi to Santa Rosa by car takes about 4 hours. January in Santa Rosa sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of -7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to drive to Tucumcari.
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For reviews, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Santa Rosa online itinerary planner.
Getting from Nageezi to Santa Rosa by car takes about 4 hours. January in Santa Rosa sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of -7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to drive to Tucumcari.
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Tucumcari — 2 nights
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Tucumcari is a city in and the county seat of Quay County, New Mexico, United States. Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Tucumcari Trading Post, then get engrossed in the history at Tucumcari Historical Museum, and then look for gifts at Contemporary Designs. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): examine the collection at New Mexico Route 66 Museum, then examine the collection at Tucumcari Railroad Museum, and then examine the collection at Russell's Truck and Travel Center.
For more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Tucumcari online trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Santa Rosa to Tucumcari in an hour. Traveling from Santa Rosa in January, you will find days in Tucumcari are a bit warmer (13°C), and nights are about the same (-5°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to drive to Raton.
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For more things to do, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Tucumcari online trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Santa Rosa to Tucumcari in an hour. Traveling from Santa Rosa in January, you will find days in Tucumcari are a bit warmer (13°C), and nights are about the same (-5°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to drive to Raton.
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Raton — 2 nights
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Raton is a city and the county seat of Colfax County in northeastern New Mexico. Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): make a splash at Raton Regional Aquatic Center, examine the collection at Aztec Mill, and then get to know the fascinating history of Old Town. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: immerse yourself in nature at Sugarite Canyon State Park, see the interesting displays at Raton Museum, and then get a taste of the local shopping with Solano's Boot & Western Wear.
To find more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Raton online tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Tucumcari to Raton takes 3 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Tucumcari in January: high temperatures in Raton hover around 9°C and lows are around -10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Las Vegas.
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To find more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Raton online tour itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Tucumcari to Raton takes 3 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Tucumcari in January: high temperatures in Raton hover around 9°C and lows are around -10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 2 nights
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Las Vegas is a city in and the county seat of San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States. Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Dwan Light Sanctuary, explore the striking landscape of Pecos National Historical Park, see the interesting displays at Las Vegas Museum, then browse for treasures at Plaza Antiques, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Las Vegas Plaza.
For reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Las Vegas online visit planner.
Drive from Raton to Las Vegas in 2 hours. In January in Las Vegas, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and -7°C at night. On the 12th (Sun), you're off to Memphis.
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For reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Las Vegas online visit planner.
Drive from Raton to Las Vegas in 2 hours. In January in Las Vegas, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and -7°C at night. On the 12th (Sun), you're off to Memphis.
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Memphis — 11 nights
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Birthplace of Rock 'n' Roll
The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.Venture out of the city with trips to Jackson (Carnegie Legends Museum & Samuel T Bryant Distillery), West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center (in Brownsville) and Tunica (Gold Strike Casino & Horseshoe Tunica). And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Graceland, sample the tasty concoctions at Wiseacre Brewing Co., steep yourself in history at The Peabody Ducks, and explore the world behind art at Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art.
To see photos, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Memphis online trip planner.
Explore your travel options from Las Vegas to Memphis with the Route module. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Las Vegas in January, expect a bit warmer with lows of 0°C in Memphis. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to travel to King Salmon.
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King Salmon — 1 night
King Salmon is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bristol Bay Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): appreciate the history behind Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve.
For reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our King Salmon vacation planning app.
Explore your travel options from Memphis to King Salmon with the Route module. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Alaska Standard Time (AKST), which is usually a -3 hour difference. When traveling from Memphis in January, plan for much colder days and slightly colder nights in King Salmon: temperatures range from -1°C by day to -9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Katmai National Park and Preserve.
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For reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our King Salmon vacation planning app.
Explore your travel options from Memphis to King Salmon with the Route module. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time (CST) to Alaska Standard Time (AKST), which is usually a -3 hour difference. When traveling from Memphis in January, plan for much colder days and slightly colder nights in King Salmon: temperatures range from -1°C by day to -9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Katmai National Park and Preserve.
Katmai National Park and Preserve — 3 nights
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The volcanic landscape of Katmai National Park and Preserve is home to thousands of brown bears who spend their summers fattening up on the plentiful salmon that fill the wilderness area's rivers and streams.On the 25th (Sat), contemplate the waterfront views at Brooks River and then explore the activities along Naknek Lake. On the 26th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the geological forces at Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes and then admire the sheer force of Brooks Falls.
To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Katmai National Park and Preserve day trip website.
Explore your travel options from King Salmon to Katmai National Park and Preserve with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around -1°C in January, and nighttime lows around -9°C. On the 27th (Mon), you'll travel back 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.
