19 days in United States Itinerary

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Morning Glory Pool, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Old Faithful, and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Grand Prismatic Spring.

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Columbus to Yellowstone National Park is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. The time zone difference when traveling from Columbus to Yellowstone National Park is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Columbus in July, you will find days in Yellowstone National Park are little chillier (73°F), and nights are colder (39°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to drive to Grand Teton National Park.

The peaks of Grand Teton National Park aren't the highest in the world, but they sit atop what might be nature's archetypes for mountains.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Chapel of the Sacred Heart, explore and take pictures at Signal Mountain Summit Road, then cruise along 42-mile Scenic Loop Drive, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Jenny Lake Trail.

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Drive from Yellowstone National Park to Grand Teton National Park in 1.5 hours. When traveling from Yellowstone National Park in July, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Grand Teton National Park: temperatures range from 79°F by day to 44°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Salt Lake City.

Utah's capital and most populous city, Salt Lake City boasts a small-town feel, big-city amenities, and plenty of nature on its doorstep.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Salt Lake Temple, take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple Square, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Tabernacle, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Assembly Hall.

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Drive from Grand Teton National Park to Salt Lake City in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. When traveling from Grand Teton National Park in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Salt Lake City, with highs around 95°F, while nights are much hotter with lows around 70°F. On the 25th (Tue), you're off to Zion National Park.

Towering cliffs of red, white, and pink Navajo sandstone, stream-carved slot canyons, and big blue sky all characterize Zion National Park.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Emerald Pools, Zion's Main Canyon and Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. On the 26th (Wed), explore the striking landscape at Emerald Pools, explore the striking landscape of The Narrows, then take a memorable drive along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Zion's Main Canyon.

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You can drive from Salt Lake City to Zion National Park in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Salt Lake City in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Zion National Park, with lows of 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.

You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): take some stellar pictures from Fairyland Point, get great views at Sunset Point, then hike along Navajo Loop Trail, and finally hike along Navajo/Queens Garden Loop.

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Getting from Zion National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Traveling from Zion National Park in July, things will get slightly colder in Bryce Canyon National Park: highs are around 81°F and lows about 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to drive to Capitol Reef National Park.

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): stroll through The Hickman Bridge Trail, then don't miss a visit to Fremont Petroglyphs, and then admire the striking features of Fruita Schoolhouse.

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Traveling by car from Bryce Canyon National Park to Capitol Reef National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 81°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Arches National Park.

Mother Nature kept reaching for red when she painted Arches National Park's 2,000 sandstone arches, resulting in one of the country's more distinctly shaped and colored landscapes.

On the 29th (Sat), don't miss a visit to Wolfe Ranch, then take in the dramatic natural features at Delicate Arch, then take in the dramatic natural features at Double Arch, and finally take in the dramatic natural features at Windows.

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You can drive from Capitol Reef National Park to Arches National Park in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Capitol Reef National Park in July, expect Arches National Park to be somewhat warmer, temps between 97°F and 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Canyonlands National Park.

Canyonlands National Park features myriad canyons and buttes that the Colorado River, Green River, and their tributaries have carved over millions of years in hues of red and orange.

On the 30th (Sun), explore the striking landscape at Island in the Sky and then take in the dramatic natural features at Mesa Arch.

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Traveling by car from Arches National Park to Canyonlands National Park takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, plan for daily highs up to 97°F, and evening lows to 67°F. On the 30th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Mesa Verde National Park.

Whereas most national parks are primarily devoted to showcasing unique and special landscapes, Mesa Verde National Park focuses on ancient human habitation.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Mesa Verde National Park. Kick off your visit on the 31st (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Mesa Verde National Park.

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Traveling by car from Canyonlands National Park to Mesa Verde National Park takes 4 hours. Traveling from Canyonlands National Park in July, expect Mesa Verde National Park to be slightly colder, temps between 90°F and 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park.

The Gunnison River has been hard at work over the past two million years, carving out the sheer cliffs and towering spires that today make up Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

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Traveling by car from Mesa Verde National Park to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park takes 4 hours. July in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park sees daily highs of 89°F and lows of 60°F at night. On the 1st (Tue), you'll travel to Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve.

Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): stroll through Mosca Pass Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Little Medano Creek, then get answers to all your questions at Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center, and then explore the fascinating landscape at High Dune Trail.

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Explore your travel options from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park to Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve with the Route module. Traveling from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park in August, things will get slightly colder in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve: highs are around 80°F and lows about 45°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to travel to Colorado Springs.

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Rocky Mountain National Park, Stanley Hotel Tour, Focus on the Family Bookstore, and other attractions you added.

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Explore your travel options from Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve to Colorado Springs with the Route module. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Colorado Springs when traveling from Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve in August, with lows around 56°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Denver.

Aptly nicknamed the "Mile-High City," Denver sits at an altitude of 1,600 m (5,280 ft) above sea level, located right where the Great Plains give way to the Rocky Mountains.

Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): get engrossed in the history at Morrison Natural History Museum, then catch a live performance at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, then grab your bike and head to Mount Falcon Castle Trail, and finally walk around Crown Hill Park.

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Drive from Colorado Springs to Denver in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of flight and train. In August in Denver, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 58°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 9th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.