9 days in Chicago, Gatlinburg & Indianapolis Itinerary

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Minneapolis to Chicago is an approximately 6.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Minneapolis in March, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Chicago, with lows around 30°F. On the 4th (Sat), you'll travel to Gatlinburg.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Laurel Falls, Walker Sisters' Cabin and Abrams Falls Trail. Step off the beaten path and head to Tennessee Legend Distillery - Newport Hwy and Tennessee Shine Company - Pigeon Forge. Go for a jaunt from Gatlinburg to Sevierville to see Smoky Mountain Deer Farm & Exotic Petting Zoo about 34 minutes away. There's lots more to do: find something for the whole family at 7D Dark Ride Adventure, catch some excitement at Rocky Top Mountain Coaster, and see the interesting displays at Titanic Museum Attraction.

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You can drive from Chicago to Gatlinburg in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus, subway, and car. Traveling from Chicago to Gatlinburg, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Chicago in March; daily highs in Gatlinburg reach 60°F and lows reach 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can fly to Indianapolis.

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Traveling by car from Gatlinburg to Indianapolis takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of car, bus, and subway. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Gatlinburg in March; daily highs in Indianapolis reach 49°F and lows reach 31°F. On the 11th (Sat), you'll travel back home.