8 days in Idaho Itinerary

From its main thoroughfare, Boise greets visitors with a view of downtown framed by the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Boise Brew Bus and Barbarian Brewing. Take a break from the city and head to Boise River Greenbelt and Celebration Park. There's lots more to do: delve into the lush surroundings at Boise National Forest, stop by Cinder Wines, sample the tasty concoctions at Payette Brewing Company, and learn about winemaking at Telaya Wine Co..

For traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, read Boise road trip planner.

Fort Lauderdale to Boise is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Fort Lauderdale to Boise. Expect colder temperatures when traveling from Fort Lauderdale in March; daily highs in Boise reach 57°F and lows reach 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sun) early enough to go by car to McCall.

McCall is a resort town on the western edge of Valley County, Idaho, United States. On the 29th (Mon), indulge in some personalized pampering at The Cove, an Authentic McCall Spa, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Jug Mountain Ranch, and then fly down the slopes at Bear Basin Nordic Center. On the 30th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see what you can catch with River Adventures and then identify plant and animal life at Rapid River Fish Hatchery.

To find more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our McCall road trip planning tool.

Getting from Boise to McCall by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Boise in March, with highs in McCall at 43°F and lows at 22°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Tue) early enough to travel to Salmon.

Salmon is a city in Lemhi County, Idaho, United States. Start off your visit on the 31st (Wed): cruise along Salmon River Scenic Byway, examine the collection at Lemhi Historical Museum, and then head outdoors with Rawhide Outfitters. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the dramatic scenery at Goldbug Hot Springs and then hike along Lemhi Pass.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, use the Salmon trip planner.

Getting from McCall to Salmon by car takes about 5.5 hours. When traveling from McCall in March, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Salmon: temperatures range from 49°F by day to 27°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.