9 days in Columbia & Las Vegas Itinerary

A compact capital with stately southern history, Columbia serves as a symbol of the south.

Columbia is known for fun & games, zoos & aquariums, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: brush up on your military savvy at South Carolina Military Museum, don't miss a visit to Cocky Statue, hike along West Columbia Riverwalk, and ponder the world of politics at South Carolina State House.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Columbia. In June, plan for daily highs up to 91°F, and evening lows to 71°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Get out of town with these interesting Las Vegas side-trips: Boulder City (Winged Figures of the Republic Statues & Hoover Dam). Next up on the itinerary: explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, get a taste of the local shopping with The Strip, and enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck.

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Getting from Columbia to Las Vegas by flight takes about 8 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. In June, Las Vegas is somewhat warmer than Columbia - with highs of 103°F and lows of 77°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.