60 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States trip planner
Start: Portland
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Salem
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Jackson Hole
— 12 nights
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Custer
— 5 nights
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Badlands National Park
— 4 nights
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Mitchell
— 1 night
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Sioux Falls
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San Antonio
— 10 nights
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Santa Fe
— 8 nights
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Drive to Albuquerque International Sunport, Fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Drive to Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite National Park
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Drive to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, Fly to Portland
End: Portland
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Salem — 7 nights
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Salem is the capital of the U.S. state of Oregon, and the county seat of Marion County. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Salem: Archery Summit Winery (in Dayton), Newport (Oregon Coast Aquarium, Yaquina Head Lighthouse, &more) and McMinnville (Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum, Remy Wines, &more). There's lots more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Schreiner's Iris Gardens, do a tasting at Bells Up Winery, shop like a local with Lincoln City Glass Center, and enjoy the sea views from Cape Meares Lighthouse.
To find ratings, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, go to the Salem trip itinerary builder.
Portland to Salem is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. May in Salem sees daily highs of 71°F and lows of 48°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Jackson Hole.
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Portland to Salem is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. May in Salem sees daily highs of 71°F and lows of 48°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Jackson Hole.
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Jackson Hole — 12 nights
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The Jackson Hole valley is approximately 97 km (60 mi) long and 24 km (15 mi) wide, encompassing the town of Jackson, Teton Village, and the northern section of Grand Teton National Park.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Jackson Hole: Yellowstone National Park (Blue Star Spring, Old Faithful, &more) and Grand Teton National Park (Grand Teton, Leigh Lake, &more). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Museum of Wildlife Art, look for gifts at Lee's Tees, don't miss a visit to Jackson Town Square, and get a dose of the wild on Ana's Grand Excursions.
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Getting from Salem to Jackson Hole by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and bus; or drive. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Salem to Jackson Hole due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Salem in May; daily highs in Jackson Hole reach 60°F and lows reach 33°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Custer.
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Custer — 5 nights
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Generally considered to be the oldest town established by European Americans in the Black Hills, Custer began as a mining town.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Custer: The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs (in Hot Springs), Presidential Trail (in Keystone) and Wind Cave National Park (in Wind Cave National Park). The adventure continues: appreciate the history behind Mount Rushmore National Memorial, immerse yourself in nature at Custer State Park, tour the pleasant surroundings at Cathedral Spires Hiking Trail, and explore and take pictures at Wildlife Loop Road.
For other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Custer road trip planning website.
You can fly from Jackson Hole to Custer in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In May, daily temperatures in Custer can reach 59°F, while at night they dip to 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can drive to Badlands National Park.
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Badlands National Park — 4 nights
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Although Badlands National Park's name might not be the most inviting, its landscape of pinnacles, eroded buttes, spires, and an expansive, pristine mixed-grass prairie remain enticing.Step out of Badlands National Park to go to Interior and see Hurley Butte Horseback Riding, which is approximately 40 minutes away. Spend the 26th (Fri) exploring nature at Badlands National Park. There's much more to do: cruise along Loop Road, stroll through Door Trail, take some stellar pictures from Pinnacles Overlook, and explore the striking landscape of Yellow Mounds Overlook.
For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read Badlands National Park trip itinerary planner.
Drive from Custer to Badlands National Park in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. When traveling from Custer in May, plan for somewhat warmer days in Badlands National Park, with highs around 70°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to Mitchell.
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Mitchell — 1 night
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Mitchell is the county seat of Davison County, South Dakota, United States. Start off your visit on the 30th (Tue): learn about all things military at George and Eleanor McGovern Library, get a new perspective on nature at Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village, and then don't miss a visit to Corn Palace.
For traveler tips, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read our Mitchell trip itinerary builder tool.
Getting from Badlands National Park to Mitchell by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time to Central Standard Time is 1 hour. In May, daytime highs in Mitchell are 71°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Sioux Falls.
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Getting from Badlands National Park to Mitchell by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time to Central Standard Time is 1 hour. In May, daytime highs in Mitchell are 71°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Sioux Falls.
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Sioux Falls — 2 nights
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Sioux Falls is the largest city in the U.S. state of South Dakota. On the 31st (Wed), take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Cathedral, stroll around Falls Park, and then stroll through Sioux Falls Bike Trails. On the 1st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see what you can catch with The Outdoor Campus, then look for all kinds of wild species at The Blood Run Nature Area, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at SculptureWalk & Arc of Dreams Monument.
For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Sioux Falls trip planner.
Traveling by car from Mitchell to Sioux Falls takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to San Antonio.
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For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read our Sioux Falls trip planner.
Traveling by car from Mitchell to Sioux Falls takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 46°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to San Antonio.
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San Antonio — 10 nights
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The Alamo City
As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.Change things up with these side-trips from San Antonio: Fredericksburg (Fredericksburg Fudge, National Museum of the Pacific War, &more), Barn Pottery (in New Braunfels) and Newsom Vineyards (in Comfort). And it doesn't end there: shop like a local with The San Antonio River Walk, make a trip to Congress Avenue Bridge Bat Watching, admire the natural beauty at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and find something for the whole family at SeaWorld.
For more things to do, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our San Antonio itinerary builder website.
You can fly from Sioux Falls to San Antonio in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sioux Falls in June: high temperatures in San Antonio hover around 93°F and lows are around 74°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Santa Fe.
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Santa Fe — 8 nights
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Santa Fe continuously ranks among the world's top holiday destinations, attracting visitors with its unusual combination of scenic beauty, rich history, cultural diversity, and high concentration of performing arts venues, fine restaurants, and interesting attractions.Get out of town with these interesting Santa Fe side-trips: Land of Enchantment Guides - Fly Fishing Trips (in Velarde), Taos (Taos Pueblo, Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, &more) and Bandelier National Monument (in Los Alamos). And it doesn't end there: take in the spiritual surroundings of Loretto Chapel, hike along Canyon Trail, take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, and see the interesting displays at Museum of Indian Arts & Culture.
To find maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Santa Fe journey tool.
Fly from San Antonio to Santa Fe in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time (CST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST) is minus 1 hour. Traveling from San Antonio in June, Santa Fe is slightly colder at night with lows of 56°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 10 nights
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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.Step out of Yosemite National Park to go to Hathaway Pines and see Stanislaus National Forest, which is approximately 38 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls, tour the pleasant surroundings at Half Dome, and get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View.
To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park trip itinerary app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Santa Fe to Yosemite National Park. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Santa Fe to Yosemite National Park. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Santa Fe in June: high temperatures in Yosemite National Park hover around 79°F and lows are around 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to 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.
South Dakota travel guide
The State of Great Faces and Great Places
Famous for the cliffside monuments of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse memorial, South Dakota is a land of Old West history, American Indian culture, and impressive natural wonders. Get to know the state's diverse and breathtaking landscape with a trip through Custer National Park, with a herd of 1,300 free-roaming bison, or by traversing the dramatic peaks of Badlands National Park near the Black Hills. Allow time in your itinerary to visit the state's largest city, Sioux Falls, for shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a number of museums and historical attractions.
