22 days in Memphis, San Francisco & San Diego Itinerary

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.

Explore Memphis' surroundings by going to Jackson (Rusty's TV and Movie Car Museum, Samuel T Bryant Distillery, &more) and Horseshoe Tunica (in Tunica). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Graceland, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, contemplate the long history of National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel, and sample the fine beverages at Old Dominick Distillery.

For maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Memphis online trip maker.

Glasgow, UK to Memphis is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Glasgow to Memphis, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for warmer temperatures traveling from Glasgow in September, with highs in Memphis at 36°C and lows at 23°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to San Francisco.

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

Change things up with these side-trips from San Francisco: St. Helena (Franciscan Oakville Estate, Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards, &more), Clos Pegase Winery (in Calistoga) and Robert Mondavi Winery (in Oakville). There's still lots to do: snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, wander the streets of Union Square, take some stellar pictures from Twin Peaks, and stroll around Golden Gate Park.

To see where to stay, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the San Francisco trip planner.

Getting from Memphis to San Francisco by flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Memphis to San Francisco due to the time zone difference. In September, San Francisco is a bit cooler than Memphis - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near San Diego: Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (in Encinitas) and Disneyland Park (in Anaheim). Spend the 25th (Wed) exploring the fascinating underwater world at SeaWorld San Diego. There's lots more to do: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo, let the kids burn off some steam at Balboa Park, pause for some photo ops at Cabrillo National Monument, and examine the collection at Timken Museum of Art.

To see other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the San Diego online trip maker.

Getting from San Francisco to San Diego by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in San Diego when traveling from San Francisco in September, with lows around 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to fly back home.