20 days in United States Itinerary

More than just one of the nation's top business centers, Columbus is a mixture of many different parts of America, situated at the spot where the so-called "Bible Belt" meets the varied cultures of the Great Plains and Appalachia.

On the 6th (Thu), take in nature's colorful creations at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and then examine the collection at Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Columbus holiday planner.

Philadelphia to Columbus is an approximately 8-hour car ride. You can also fly; or drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Columbus can reach 74°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Chicago.

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.

On the 7th (Fri), don't miss a visit to Buckingham Fountain and then admire the masterpieces at The Art Institute of Chicago.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Chicago trip planner.

You can drive from Columbus to Chicago in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Columbus to Chicago is minus 1 hour. May in Chicago sees daily highs of 71°F and lows of 52°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to fly to South Lake Tahoe.

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.

On the 9th (Sun), relax and rejuvenate at Lake Tahoe Yoga, then step into the grandiose world of Vikingsholm, then cruise along Inspiration Point Vista, and finally awaken your taste buds at Wine Tours From Tahoe.

For traveler tips, reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our South Lake Tahoe trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by flight from Chicago to South Lake Tahoe takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Chicago in May, with highs in South Lake Tahoe at 63°F and lows at 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Yosemite National Park.

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.

Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the striking landscape at Taft Point, admire the sheer force of Vernal Fall, hike along Nevada Falls Loop, and take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View.

To see where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Yosemite National Park trip itinerary planning app.

Explore your travel options from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Expect a daytime high around 65°F in May, and nighttime lows around 34°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to travel to San Francisco.

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): head off the coast to Alcatraz Island and then take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge.

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our San Francisco tour builder site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in San Francisco, with lows of 53°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Santa Monica.

A famed resort town since the early 20th century, Santa Monica sits on the picturesque Santa Monica Bay, bordered on three sides by the city of Los Angeles.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): take a memorable drive along Mulholland Drive, then kick back and relax at Santa Monica Bay, and then take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier.

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You can drive from San Francisco to Santa Monica in 6.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Santa Monica can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to go by car to San Diego.

Divided into neighborhoods with distinct characters and cultural heritages, San Diego sits just north of the Mexican border and offers visitors a blend of tourist attractions, including a lively nightlife, diverse cuisine, and a thriving musical scene.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo.

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You can drive from Santa Monica to San Diego in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 71°F in May, and nighttime lows around 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to fly 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.

On the 16th (Sun), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Zion National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: take some stellar pictures from Observation Point, trek along Angel's Landing, and then take a memorable drive along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Zion National Park tour planning website.

Drive from San Diego to Zion National Park in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. The time zone difference when traveling from San Diego to Zion National Park is 1 hour. Plan for colder nights when traveling from San Diego in May since evenings lows in Zion National Park dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Tue) to allow time for travel to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): stroll through Bright Angel Trail.

To find ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Grand Canyon National Park travel planner.

You can take a shuttle from Zion National Park to Grand Canyon National Park in 10 hours. Another option is to drive. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Zion National Park in May: high temperatures in Grand Canyon National Park hover around 68°F and lows are around 33°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel to Page.

Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, explore the striking landscape at Horseshoe Bend, and then get outside with Gunfighter Canyon - Indoor Shooting Experience.

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

You can drive from Grand Canyon National Park to Page in 2.5 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in May, you will find days in Page are somewhat warmer (79°F), and nights are much warmer (55°F). Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve.

On the 21st (Fri), tour the pleasant surroundings at High Dune Trail and then contemplate the waterfront views at Little Medano Creek.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Page to Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Traveling from Page in May, expect nights in Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve to be colder, around 32°F, while days are little chillier, around 67°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) so you can travel to Raleigh.

For those not from the South, Raleigh might be one of the region's better-kept travel secrets.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): walk around Pullen Park, then admire the natural beauty at JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, then explore the world behind art at North Carolina Museum of Art, and finally pause for some photo ops at Memorial Bell Tower.

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The Route module can help you plan travel from Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve to Raleigh. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a 2 hour difference. Traveling from Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve in May, expect nights in Raleigh to be much hotter, around 58°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 79°F. On the 24th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Chesterfield.

Chesterfield Court House is an unincorporated community that is the county seat of Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. On the 24th (Mon), admire the majestic nature at Pocahontas State Park.

To see ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Chesterfield online journey planner.

Drive from Raleigh to Chesterfield in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. May in Chesterfield sees daily highs of 75°F and lows of 57°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Bristow.

Bristow is an unincorporated community of Prince William County in Northern Virginia about 30 miles from Washington, DC. In 2014, Bristow's postal area population was 29,346, a 287% increase since 2000; however, the Bristow community is formally included in the Linton Hall, Virginia census-designated place (CDP).Bristow is home to Jiffy Lube Live outdoor concert stage which was formerly known as the Nissan Pavilion.Bristow was voted "Best Place for Homeownership in Virginia" by the Nerd Wallet.DemographicsAs of the census of 2000, there were 8,910 people, 2,964 housing units, and 9,188 families residing in the town. For reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Bristow trip site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Chesterfield to Bristow. In May, daytime highs in Bristow are 75°F, while nighttime lows are 53°F. On the 25th (Tue), you'll travel back home.