19 days in West Coast Itinerary

On the 5th (Wed), explore the stunning scenery at Twenty Mule Team Canyon, cruise along Artist's Drive, explore the activities along Badwater Basin, explore the striking landscape at Devil's Golf Course, then explore the striking landscape at Zabriskie Point, and finally get great views at Dante's View.

To see maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Death Valley National Park vacation site.

Belize City, Belize to Death Valley National Park is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. When traveling from Belize City in April, plan for little chillier days and cooler nights in Death Valley National Park: temperatures range from 29°C by day to 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel to Yosemite National Park.

Explore hidden gems such as Yosemite, Tunnel View and Yosemite Falls. And it doesn't end there: explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, hike along Mariposa Grove, tour the pleasant surroundings at Yosemite Valley Loop Trail, and contemplate the waterfront views at Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park online itinerary planner.

Explore your travel options from Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. When traveling from Death Valley National Park in April, plan for a bit cooler days and cooler nights in Yosemite National Park: temperatures range from 17°C by day to -2°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Monterey.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sun): get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, explore the activities along Monterey Bay, then explore the world behind art at Casa Serrano, Historic Adobe, then admire the majestic nature at Point Lobos, and finally kick back and relax at Carmel River State Beach. On the 10th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: immerse yourself in nature at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, admire the sheer force of McWay Falls, then immerse yourself in nature at Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Pfeiffer State Beach, and finally snap pictures at Bixby Bridge.

To see ratings, reviews, photos, and tourist information, use the Monterey tour builder tool.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to Monterey. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in April, Monterey is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to San Francisco.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): go for a walk through Lombard Street, take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge, take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf, then step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with Ferry Building Marketplace. Here are some ideas for day two: get great views at Twin Peaks, then take in nature's colorful creations at Japanese Tea Garden, then walk around Golden Gate Park, and finally wander the streets of Chinatown.

For where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the San Francisco travel planner.

Traveling by car from Monterey to San Francisco takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in San Francisco can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Portland.

On the 13th (Thu), take in nature's colorful creations at The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother, take in nature's colorful creations at International Rose Test Garden, admire the natural beauty at Portland Japanese Garden, admire the striking features of Pittock Mansion, then take in nature's colorful creations at Lan Su Chinese Garden, and finally stop by Powell's City of Books.

For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Portland trip planner.

Traveling by flight from San Francisco to Portland takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in April, Portland is little chillier at night with lows of 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to drive to Cannon Beach.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): kick back and relax at Cannon Beach, explore the striking landscape at Haystack Rock, then admire the majestic nature at Ecola State Park, and finally admire the majestic nature at Hug Point State Park.

To find reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Cannon Beach vacation planner.

Getting from Portland to Cannon Beach by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Portland, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Cannon Beach, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Seattle.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): pick up some local products at Pike Place Market, examine the collection at The Museum of Flight, walk around Kerry Park, then explore the world behind art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Space Needle.

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

You can fly from Cannon Beach to Seattle in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. April in Seattle sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

On the 16th (Sun), explore the striking landscape at Moro Rock Trail, delve into the lush surroundings at Giant Forest, then contemplate the long history of General Sherman Tree, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park day trip planner.

Getting from Seattle to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. When traveling from Seattle in April, plan for somewhat warmer days in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, with highs around 29°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to fly to San Diego.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Mon): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo and then let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Tue): walk around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cabrillo National Monument, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then see the interesting displays at USS Midway Museum, and finally snap pictures at Coronado Bridge.

To find where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our San Diego travel planner.

Traveling by flight from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to San Diego takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in April: highs in San Diego hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Santa Barbara.

On the 19th (Wed), contemplate the long history of Santa Barbara County Courthouse, indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, then steep yourself in history at Old Mission Santa Barbara, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Stearns Wharf.

To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Santa Barbara trip planner.

Getting from San Diego to Santa Barbara by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from San Diego in April, expect slightly colder with lows of 11°C in Santa Barbara. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Los Angeles.

Step off the beaten path and head to La Brea Tar Pits and Museum and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Pack the 20th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Disneyland Park. The adventure continues: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, browse the eclectic array of goods at Santa Monica Farmers Market, look and learn at Griffith Observatory, and see the interesting displays at Petersen Automotive Museum.

For traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles day trip website.

Drive from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Santa Barbara in April, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Los Angeles, with lows around 15°C. On the 22nd (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.