22 days in United States Itinerary

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Lakefront Trail and Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze. Family-friendly places like Maggie Daley Park and Navy Pier will thrill your kids. There's lots more to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, enjoy breathtaking views from 360 Chicago Observation Deck, meet the residents at Shedd Aquarium, and walk around Millennium Park.

To find photos, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Chicago online trip builder.

Dusseldorf, Germany to Chicago is an approximately 13-hour combination of train and flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a -7 hour difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Dusseldorf in July: high temperatures in Chicago hover around 33°C and lows are around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Minneapolis.

Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): take in the dramatic scenery at St. Anthony Falls, cruise along Grand Rounds Scenic Byway, and then trek along Midtown Greenway.

To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Minneapolis route maker app.

Fly from Chicago to Minneapolis in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July in Minneapolis, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 21°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can travel to Medora.

Medora is a city in Billings County, North Dakota, United States. Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): stroll through South Unit.

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Getting from Minneapolis to Medora by combination of flight and car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Minneapolis to Medora. Expect a bit cooler evenings in Medora when traveling from Minneapolis in July, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can drive to Custer.

Generally considered to be the oldest town established by European Americans in the Black Hills, Custer began as a mining town.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Sylvan Lake and Little Devil's Tower Trail. Get in touch with nature at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Legion Lake. Next up on the itinerary: explore the striking landscape at Needles Eye Tunnel, contemplate the waterfront views at Horse Thief Lake, take in the pleasant sights at Sunday Gulch Trail, and don't miss a visit to Brule.

To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Custer visit planning tool.

Traveling by car from Medora to Custer takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car, bus, and taxi. While traveling from Medora, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Custer, ranging from highs of 31°C to lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to fly to Jackson Hole.

The Jackson Hole valley is approximately 97 km (60 mi) long and 24 km (15 mi) wide, encompassing the town of Jackson, Teton Village, and the northern section of Grand Teton National Park.

Step out of the city life by going to Rendezvous Mountain and Mangis Fishing Guides. Kids will appreciate attractions like Teton Raptor Center and Backcountry Safaris. Change things up with a short trip to Snake River in Moose (about 36 minutes away). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. John's Episcopal Church, get a taste of the local shopping with Made, don't miss a visit to Antler Arches of Jackson, and take a memorable drive along Moose Wilson Road.

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You can fly from Custer to Jackson Hole in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Traveling from Custer in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Jackson Hole, with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to fly to Laramie.

Laramie is a city and the county seat of Albany County, Wyoming, United States. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): hike along Happy Jack Trailhead, then take a peaceful walk through Medicine Bow National Forest, and then visit Downtown Laramie.

To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Laramie trip itinerary planning tool.

You can fly from Jackson Hole to Laramie in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Jackson Hole in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Laramie, with lows of 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to drive 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Lookout Mountain and Boulder Creek Path. Escape the urban bustle at Dinosaur Ridge and Fishing Charters & Tours. Step out of Denver to go to Nederland and see Carousel of Happiness, which is approximately 56 minutes away. There's still lots to do: engage your brain at Butterfly Pavilion, steep yourself in history at Molly Brown House Museum, and explore the engaging exhibits at Children's Museum of Denver.

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Drive from Laramie to Denver in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Laramie in July, expect Denver to be somewhat warmer, temps between 36°C and 18°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Lincoln.

Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County. Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): look for all kinds of wild species at Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center, then play a few rounds at Wilderness Ridge Golf Club, and then admire the natural beauty at Hamann Rose Garden. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Holmes Park & Lake, get a sense of history and politics at Nebraska State Capitol, and then admire the landmark architecture of Saint Mary Catholic Church.

To see ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Lincoln holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Denver to Lincoln takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Central Standard Time (CST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Denver in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Lincoln, with lows of 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to drive to Kansas City.

The largest municipality in Missouri, Kansas City has an impressive array of world-class museums, shopping areas, and great places to eat, all of which attract tourism to the area.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): make a splash at Worlds Of Fun Oceans of Fun, then relax and rejuvenate at Serenity on the Square, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Parkville Nature Sanctuary.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Kansas City online journey maker.

Drive from Lincoln to Kansas City in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of shuttle and bus. Traveling from Lincoln in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Kansas City, with lows of 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) so you can fly to Saint Louis.

Test the local claim that Saint Louis is second only to Washington, D.C. in the number of free activities available by spending your holiday exploring the city's central neighborhoods, famous for their restored century-old red-brick buildings.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): examine the collection at Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, then see the interesting displays at Myseum, then look for all kinds of wild species at The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, and finally make a trip to The Awakening.

To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, go to the Saint Louis day trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Kansas City to Saint Louis takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Chicago.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): get to know the fascinating history of Chicago Riverwalk, then explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Chicago River.

To find traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Chicago road trip planning site.

You can fly from Saint Louis to Chicago in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Saint Louis in July, you will find days in Chicago are a bit cooler (33°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.