7 days in United States Itinerary
7 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States route planner
Start: Fort Lauderdale
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Miami
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Fly to Knoxville, Drive to Blue Ridge
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Blue Ridge
— 2 nights
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Helen
— 1 night
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Fort Lauderdale
Fri, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 16
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Magic City
Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.On the 10th (Fri), visit a coastal fixture at Cape Florida Lighthouse, admire the majestic nature at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, then zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, and finally see the interesting displays at Lock & Load Museum. On the 11th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for all kinds of wild species at Anne Kolb Nature Center, appreciate the extensive heritage of Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park, and then kick back and relax at Haulover Beach Park.
To find ratings, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Miami online holiday planner.
Fort Lauderdale to Miami is an approximately 1-hour car ride. You can also take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 91°F in July, and nighttime lows around 78°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) early enough to travel to Blue Ridge.
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Historic High Country
A small resort town located in Georgia's "Historic High Country," Blue Ridge sits right on the national scenic trail that follows the Appalachian mountain range for over 3,300 km (2,100 mi).Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, then try for a hole-in-one at The Lilly Pad Village, and then let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour. On your second day here, take in the dramatic scenery at Helton Creek Falls, then admire the majestic nature at Vogel State Park, and then trot along with a tour on horseback.
To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Blue Ridge trip itinerary maker app.
Do a combination of flight and car from Miami to Blue Ridge in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Miami in July, things will get little chillier in Blue Ridge: highs are around 84°F and lows about 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to drive to Helen.
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Georgia's Alpine Village
A taste of Bavaria right in the heart of Georgia's "Historic High Country," Helen houses just 400 residents but hosts over 200 shops that sell everything from handmade sweaters to Christmas ornaments.Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, contemplate the waterfront views at Chattahoochee River, then look for gifts at Nora Mill Granary, and finally get your game on at Alpine Mini Golf.
To find photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Helen online vacation planner.
Traveling by car from Blue Ridge to Helen takes 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can travel to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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A Wondrous Diversity of Life
Great Smoky Mountains National Park contains some of the highest mountains east of the Mississippi River, but it's the ease of access that makes this national park the United States' most visited.Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): look for all kinds of wild species at Roaring Fork, contemplate the long history of Noah Bud Ogle Cabin, and then trek along Rainbow Falls Trail. Here are some ideas for day two: hike along Alum Cave Trail, then hike along Charlies Bunion, then take a memorable drive along Newfound Gap Road, and finally pause for some photo ops at Rockefeller Memorial.
For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Great Smoky Mountains National Park trip itinerary maker.
Explore your travel options from Helen to Great Smoky Mountains National Park with the Route module. In July, daily temperatures in Great Smoky Mountains National Park can reach 87°F, while at night they dip to 69°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can 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.
