24 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips United States travel route builder
Start: London
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Seattle
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Amanda Park
— 1 night
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Portland
— 2 nights
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Port Orford
— 1 night
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Fort Bragg
— 1 night
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San Francisco
— 3 nights
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Monterey
— 1 night
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Santa Barbara
— 1 night
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Huntington Beach
— 4 nights
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San Diego
— 2 nights
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Los Angeles
— 3 nights
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End: London
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Seattle — 3 nights
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Emerald City
Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.Seattle is known for museums, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: shop like a local with Chihuly Garden and Glass, take in panoramic vistas at Sky View Observatory, don't miss a visit to Space Needle, and take a stroll through Pike Place Market.
For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Seattle planner.
London, UK to Seattle is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Seattle is minus 8 hours. Traveling from London in May, things will get somewhat warmer in Seattle: highs are around 23°C and lows about 13°C. On the 8th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Amanda Park.
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Amanda Park — 1 night
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Amanda Park is a census designated place on the Olympic Peninsula in Grays Harbor County, Washington, United States, along U.S. Route 101. On the 8th (Mon), delve into the lush surroundings at Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center.
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Traveling by car from Seattle to Amanda Park takes 3 hours. On the 9th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Portland.
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Traveling by car from Seattle to Amanda Park takes 3 hours. On the 9th (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Portland.
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Portland — 2 nights
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City of Roses
A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): take in nature's colorful creations at Lan Su Chinese Garden, take in nature's colorful creations at Portland Japanese Garden, admire the natural beauty at International Rose Test Garden, then admire the landmark architecture of Pittock Mansion, and finally stop by Powell's City of Books.
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You can drive from Amanda Park to Portland in 3.5 hours. In May, daily temperatures in Portland can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. You will have some time to spend on the 11th (Thu) before leaving for Port Orford.
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Port Orford — 1 night
Port Orford is a city in Curry County on the southern coast of Oregon, United States. For more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Port Orford trip tool.
Drive from Portland to Port Orford in 5 hours. Traveling from Portland in May, you will find days in Port Orford are a bit cooler (19°C), and nights are about the same (11°C). You will leave for Fort Bragg on the 12th (Fri).
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Drive from Portland to Port Orford in 5 hours. Traveling from Portland in May, you will find days in Port Orford are a bit cooler (19°C), and nights are about the same (11°C). You will leave for Fort Bragg on the 12th (Fri).
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Fort Bragg — 1 night
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Fort Bragg is a coastal city along State Route 1 in Mendocino County, California. On the 12th (Fri), take in the pleasant sights at Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and then stroll through Glass Beach.
For photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Fort Bragg travel planning tool.
Traveling by car from Port Orford to Fort Bragg takes 6 hours. While traveling from Port Orford, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Fort Bragg, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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For photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Fort Bragg travel planning tool.
Traveling by car from Port Orford to Fort Bragg takes 6 hours. While traveling from Port Orford, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Fort Bragg, ranging from highs of 30°C to lows of 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 3 nights
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City by the Bay
San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): appreciate the extensive heritage of Filbert Street Stairs, then take in the pleasant sights at Lombard Street, then stroll through Alcatraz Island, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf. Here are some ideas for day two: walk around Golden Gate Park, make a trip to Golden Gate Bridge, and then admire the natural beauty at Japanese Tea Garden.
For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our San Francisco online itinerary planner.
Drive from Fort Bragg to San Francisco in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. When traveling from Fort Bragg in May, plan for little chillier days in San Francisco, with highs around 24°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Monterey.
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Monterey — 1 night
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Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): observe the fascinating underwater world at Monterey Bay Aquarium, admire all the interesting features of 17-Mile Drive, and then admire the majestic nature at Point Lobos.
To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Monterey trip app.
You can drive from San Francisco to Monterey in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Monterey can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Santa Barbara.
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To find other places to visit, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Monterey trip app.
You can drive from San Francisco to Monterey in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Monterey can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara — 1 night
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The American Riviera
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.Kick off your visit on the 17th (Wed): awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.
For other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read our Santa Barbara day trip planning site.
You can drive from Monterey to Santa Barbara in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Traveling from Monterey in May, you will find days in Santa Barbara are somewhat warmer (25°C), and nights are about the same (13°C). Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Huntington Beach.
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Huntington Beach — 4 nights
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Huntington Beach is a seaside city in Orange County in Southern California. Huntington Beach is known for sightseeing, beaches, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: look for all kinds of wild species at Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, tour the pleasant surroundings at Orange County Coast, kick back and relax at Huntington State Beach, and look for gifts at Toes on the Nose Surf Shop.
To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Huntington Beach trip itinerary planning site.
Drive from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Santa Barbara in May, Huntington Beach is a bit warmer at night with lows of 18°C. You will leave for San Diego on the 22nd (Mon).
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To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Huntington Beach trip itinerary planning site.
Drive from Santa Barbara to Huntington Beach in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Santa Barbara in May, Huntington Beach is a bit warmer at night with lows of 18°C. You will leave for San Diego on the 22nd (Mon).
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San Diego — 2 nights
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America's Finest City
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 22nd (Mon): see the interesting displays at San Diego Air & Space Museum and then examine the collection at USS Midway Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue): learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at San Diego Zoo and then walk around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park.
For photos, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our San Diego vacation builder site.
Drive from Huntington Beach to San Diego in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in May, and nighttime lows around 19°C. You will leave for Los Angeles on the 24th (Wed).
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Los Angeles — 3 nights
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City of Angels
Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.Step out of Los Angeles to go to Santa Monica and see Third Street Promenade, which is approximately 30 minutes away. Pack the 25th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Studios Hollywood. There's much more to do: don't miss a visit to Santa Monica Pier, explore the activities along Santa Monica Bay, see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, and take a memorable drive along Mulholland Drive.
To find maps, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles route planner.
Traveling by car from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. In May in Los Angeles, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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