16 days in United States, Vancouver & Victoria Itinerary

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Seattle, United States
— 3 nights
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Vancouver, Canada
— 3 nights
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Victoria, Canada
— 1 night
Drive
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Forks, United States
— 2 nights
Drive
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Astoria, United States
— 1 night
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Florence, United States
— 1 night
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Portland, United States
— 2 nights
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Mount Rainier National Park, United States
— 1 night
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Seattle, United States
— 1 day
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Seattle, United States — 3 nights

Emerald City

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.
Start off your visit on the 12th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Museum of Pop Culture, then take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle, then take in the exciting artwork at Chihuly Garden and Glass, and finally take in the waterfront at Seattle Waterfront. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then take in the waterfront at Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, and finally find something for the whole family at Seattle Great Wheel.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Seattle online day trip planner.

Budapest, Hungary to Seattle is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 9 hours traveling from Budapest to Seattle. In August, daily temperatures in Seattle can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can go by car to Vancouver.
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Vancouver, Canada — 3 nights

Hollywood North

Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.
Vancouver is known for parks, sightseeing, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around Stanley Park, stroll through Kitsilano Beach, take a stroll through Vancouver Downtown, and snap pictures at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

To see ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Vancouver online tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Seattle to Vancouver takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a shuttle. When traveling from Seattle in August, plan for slightly colder days in Vancouver, with highs around 28°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to fly to Victoria.
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Victoria, Canada — 1 night

Garden City

Many urban centers call themselves "Garden City," but thanks to its many manicured parks filled with native and exotic plants, Victoria probably deserves than moniker more than most.
On the 17th (Thu), admire the striking features of Craigdarroch Castle and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

For ratings, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Victoria trip website.

You can fly from Vancouver to Victoria in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Vancouver in August, you will find days in Victoria are slightly colder (22°C), and nights are about the same (15°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Forks.
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Forks, United States — 2 nights

Forks is a city in Clallam County, Washington, United States. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Fri): see the interesting displays at John's Beachcombing Museum, then enjoy the sand and surf at Rialto Beach, and then hike along Second Beach Trail. Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ruby Beach, then delve into the lush surroundings at Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Quillayute River.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Forks online holiday planner.

Drive from Victoria to Forks in 3.5 hours. August in Forks sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Astoria.
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Astoria, United States — 1 night

Spirit of the Columbia

Astoria, named for famed fur trader John Jacob Astor, resides near the mouth of the Columbia River.
Start off your visit on the 20th (Sun): immerse yourself in nature at Fort Stevens State Park, then snap pictures at Astoria-Megler Bridge, and then pause for some photo ops at Astoria Column.

To see ratings, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Astoria day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Forks to Astoria takes 4 hours. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in August, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can drive to Florence.
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Florence, United States — 1 night

Florence is a coastal city in Lane County, in the U.S. state of Oregon. On the 21st (Mon), Head underground at Sea Lion Caves, explore the striking landscape at Thor's Well, and then enjoy the sea views from Heceta Head Lighthouse.

To find where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read Florence day trip planning website.

Getting from Astoria to Florence by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus, train, and car. In August, daytime highs in Florence are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Portland.
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Portland, United States — 2 nights

City of Roses

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.
Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of Pittock Mansion, admire the sheer force of Multnomah Falls, and then take some stellar pictures from Cape Horn Overlook. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the natural beauty at Portland Japanese Garden, stop by Powell's City of Books, admire the natural beauty at Lan Su Chinese Garden, then see the interesting displays at Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and finally admire the natural beauty at International Rose Test Garden.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, use the Portland online tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from Florence to Portland in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Florence in August, with highs in Portland at 34°C and lows at 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Mount Rainier National Park.
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Mount Rainier National Park, United States — 1 night

The star attraction of Mt.
Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): trek along Skyline Trail and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Rainier.

For other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Mount Rainier National Park online route planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Portland to Mount Rainier National Park. In August, Mount Rainier National Park is a bit cooler than Portland - with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. On the 25th (Fri), you'll travel to Seattle.
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Seattle, United States — 1 day

Emerald City

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): observe the fascinating underwater world at Seattle Aquarium and then examine the collection at The Museum of Flight.

To see other places to visit and tourist information, go to the Seattle driving holiday planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Mount Rainier National Park to Seattle. Traveling from Mount Rainier National Park in August, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Seattle, with lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can fly back home.
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United States travel guide

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More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
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