24 days in United States Itinerary

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

Dedicate the 18th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's still lots to do: get great views at Twin Peaks, see the interesting displays at Walt Disney Family Museum, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and stroll through Lands End.

To see photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the San Francisco vacation tool.

Munich, Germany to San Francisco is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Traveling from Munich to San Francisco, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sun) to allow enough 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.

To find ratings, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park travel route planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Traveling from San Francisco in August, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be a bit cooler, around 7°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 32°C. You'll set off for Mammoth Lakes on the 21st (Mon).

Mammoth Lakes is a town in Mono County, California, the county's only incorporated community. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Mon): contemplate the waterfront views at Convict Lake Campground, then take a memorable drive along Tioga Rd, and then admire the majestic nature at Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Lake Mary, then explore the striking landscape at Devils Postpile National Monument, then admire the sheer force of Rainbow Falls, and finally trek along Earthquake Fault.

To see maps, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Mammoth Lakes day trip site.

Take a bus from Yosemite National Park to Mammoth Lakes in 3.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to catch the bus to Death Valley National Park.

Extreme heat and dryness create extreme landscapes in Death Valley National Park.

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Death Valley National Park trip planner.

Traveling by car from Mammoth Lakes to Death Valley National Park takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Mammoth Lakes in August, you will find days in Death Valley National Park are somewhat warmer (43°C), and nights are much warmer (24°C). You will leave for Las Vegas on the 23rd (Wed).

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, then try to win big at Bellagio Hotel and Casino, and then enjoy breathtaking views from High Roller. On the next day, appreciate the extensive heritage of The Strip, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, then ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck.

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You can drive from Death Valley National Park to Las Vegas in 2 hours. Another option is to drive. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Las Vegas when traveling from Death Valley National Park in August, with lows around 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at The Narrows.

To see reviews, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Zion National Park trip planner.

You can drive from Las Vegas to Zion National Park in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Las Vegas to Zion National Park is 1 hour. Traveling from Las Vegas in August, expect nights in Zion National Park to be cooler, around 14°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 38°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Bryce Canyon National Park.

You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sat): trek along Queen's Garden Trail, take in breathtaking views at Sunset Point, then stroll through Navajo Loop Trail, and finally trek along Navajo/Queens Garden Loop. Keep things going the next day: get great views at Fairyland Point, then get great views at Sunrise Point, then take some stellar pictures from Inspiration Point, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Bryce Point.

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Traveling by car from Zion National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Zion National Park in August: high temperatures in Bryce Canyon National Park hover around 29°C and lows are around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to drive to Capitol Reef National Park.

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): explore the striking landscape of Capitol Reef National Park .

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Traveling by car from Bryce Canyon National Park to Capitol Reef National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In August, daily temperatures in Capitol Reef National Park can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Moab.

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Double Arch, stroll through Arches National Park, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.

To find reviews, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Moab journey maker website.

You can drive from Capitol Reef National Park to Moab in 3 hours. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Capitol Reef National Park in August, with highs in Moab at 39°C and lows at 20°C. On the 30th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Canyonlands National Park.

Canyonlands National Park features myriad canyons and buttes that the Colorado River, Green River, and their tributaries have carved over millions of years in hues of red and orange.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Canyonlands National Park planner.

Traveling by car from Moab to Canyonlands National Park takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. August in Canyonlands National Park sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 20°C at night. You'll set off for Mesa Verde National Park on the 31st (Thu).

Whereas most national parks are primarily devoted to showcasing unique and special landscapes, Mesa Verde National Park focuses on ancient human habitation.

On the 31st (Thu), trek along Nordenskiold #16 Trail, then explore the ancient world of Balcony House, and then delve into the distant past at Cliff Palace.

For maps, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Mesa Verde National Park day trip planning app.

Getting from Canyonlands National Park to Mesa Verde National Park by car takes about 4 hours. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Canyonlands National Park in August, with highs in Mesa Verde National Park at 35°C and lows at 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can 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 1st (Fri): explore the stunning scenery at Inner Canyon and then hike along Rim Trail. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat): see the world from above with a helicopter tour, then take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, then hike along South Kaibab Trail, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Yavapai Point.

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Explore your travel options from Mesa Verde National Park to Grand Canyon National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Mesa Verde National Park in September, expect nights in Grand Canyon National Park to be about the same, around 7°C, while days are little chillier, around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can travel to Lake Havasu City.

Lake Havasu City is a city in Mohave County, Arizona, United States. Quickly create a custom-made itinerary for Lake Havasu City using our trip planner.

Traveling by shuttle from Grand Canyon National Park to Lake Havasu City takes 14 hours. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Lake Havasu City, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in September, things will get much warmer in Lake Havasu City: highs are around 45°C and lows about 29°C. You'll set off for Joshua Tree National Park on the 4th (Mon).

Joshua Tree National Park takes its name from the Joshua tree, a twisted, spiky tree with bayonet-shaped leaves at the top that's one of the few plant species hardy enough to thrive in the extreme climate of the Mojave Desert.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Mon): take in the dramatic natural features at Keys View, then admire the verdant scenery at Hidden Valley Nature Trail, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Skull Rock.

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Drive from Lake Havasu City to Joshua Tree National Park in 3 hours. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Lake Havasu City in September, with highs in Joshua Tree National Park at 39°C and lows at 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) to allow time to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Tue): get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo and then walk around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at USS Midway Museum and then let little ones run wild at Balboa Park.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the San Diego trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by car from Joshua Tree National Park to San Diego takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. When traveling from Joshua Tree National Park in September, plan for a bit cooler days in San Diego, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Thu) so you can drive to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

On the 7th (Thu), get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Santa Monica State Beach, take in the waterfront at Santa Monica Pier, then see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Hollywood Walk of Fame, and finally see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory.

To find photos, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, use the Los Angeles online holiday planner.

Traveling by car from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. While traveling from San Diego, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can go by car to Santa Barbara.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.

To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Santa Barbara travel planner.

You can drive from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in September, with highs in Santa Barbara at 30°C and lows at 17°C. You'll set off for Cambria on the 9th (Sat).

Cambria is a seaside village in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California State Route 1 (Highway 1). Start off your visit on the 9th (Sat): identify plant and animal life at Elephant Seal Vista Point, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Piedras Blancas, then stop by Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center, and finally stroll through Moonstone Beach.

For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, use the Cambria day trip site.

Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Cambria takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. When traveling from Santa Barbara in September, plan for a bit warmer days in Cambria, with highs around 38°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Monterey.

Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Monterey tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Cambria to Monterey takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, train, and bus. When traveling from Cambria in September, plan for a bit cooler days in Monterey, with highs around 26°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. You'll set off for San Francisco on the 9th (Sat).

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the San Francisco day trip app.

You can drive from Monterey to San Francisco in 2 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. You will leave for home on the 9th (Sat).