9 days in United States Itinerary

Just a few metro stops away from the bustle of Washington D.C., Alexandria provides a respite from the fast-paced capital.

To find ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Alexandria online trip itinerary maker.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Alexandria. In July in Alexandria, expect temperatures between 89°F during the day and 73°F at night. You will leave for Charlotte on the 2nd (Fri).

A rapidly growing city in central North Carolina, Charlotte is the state's largest urban center and a major regional hub for finance, industry, technology, and entertainment.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): explore the different monuments and memorials at Old Settlers Cemetery.

To see traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Charlotte online travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Alexandria to Charlotte takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. July in Charlotte sees daily highs of 90°F and lows of 70°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 3rd (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Atlanta.

Georgia’s largest city and capital, Atlanta is a thriving metropolis anchored by its southern roots.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): have fun and explore at Interact Art Museum and then steep yourself in history at Centennial Olympic Park.

To find where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Atlanta itinerary planner.

Getting from Charlotte to Atlanta by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 89°F in July, and nighttime lows around 72°F. On the 5th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Memphis.

The largest city on the Mississippi River, Memphis bills itself as both the "Birthplace of Rock" and "Home of the Blues." With such a rich musical heritage, it shouldn't come as a surprise that Elvis Presley chose to live in Memphis during his later years.

On the 5th (Mon), contemplate the long history of Sun Studio.

To find maps, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Memphis online trip maker.

Traveling by car from Atlanta to Memphis takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Atlanta to Memphis is minus 1 hour. July in Memphis sees daily highs of 91°F and lows of 74°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City, known to many as the "Big Friendly," represents the political, cultural, and economic engine of the state of Oklahoma.

On the 6th (Tue), pause for some photo ops at Skydance Bridge.

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Fly from Memphis to Oklahoma City in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Oklahoma City are 93°F, while nighttime lows are 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel to Albuquerque.

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): admire the striking features of Spaceship House.

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Traveling by flight from Oklahoma City to Albuquerque takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Oklahoma City to Albuquerque. In July, plan for daily highs up to 91°F, and evening lows to 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Flagstaff.

Sitting at an elevation of 2,135 m (7,000 ft) and just a short trip from the Grand Canyon and other natural wonders, the city of Flagstaff attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the world.

On the 9th (Fri), explore the stunning scenery at Walnut Canyon National Monument and then wander the streets of Historic Downtown and Railroad District.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Flagstaff tour planner.

Fly from Albuquerque to Flagstaff in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Albuquerque in July; daily highs in Flagstaff reach 81°F and lows reach 52°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to drive 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.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens and then ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio.

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Getting from Flagstaff to Las Vegas by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a shuttle. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Flagstaff to Las Vegas. Traveling from Flagstaff in July, things will get warmer in Las Vegas: highs are around 104°F and lows about 81°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.