25 days in United States Itinerary

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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Denver: Pikes Peak - America's Mountain (in Cascade), Garden of the Gods (in Colorado Springs) and Hidee Gold Mine (in Central City). Next up on the itinerary: relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, explore and take pictures at Trail Ridge Road, and pause for some serene contemplation at The International Church of Cannabis.

For photos, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Denver day trip site.

Chicago to Denver is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Chicago to Denver is minus 1 hour. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Chicago in June since evenings lows in Denver dip to 55°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park.

The Gunnison River has been hard at work over the past two million years, carving out the sheer cliffs and towering spires that today make up Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Fri): stroll through Rim Rock Trail, cruise along South Rim Road, and then get great views at Warner Point. Keep things going the next day: take in breathtaking views at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

To see photos, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park trip builder tool.

Traveling by car from Denver to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park takes 5.5 hours. Traveling from Denver in June, expect nights in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park to be about the same, around 54°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 89°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) 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.

On the 4th (Tue), spend a relaxing day on the river with a rafting and tubing tour. There's much more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, grab your bike and head to Bike Fiend, skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, and explore the striking landscape of Arches National Park.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Moab trip itinerary app.

Drive from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park to Moab in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park in July, expect Moab to be somewhat warmer, temps between 97°F and 67°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): explore the striking landscape of Zion National Park. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Observation Point, hike along Angel's Landing, and then take a memorable drive along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.

For other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Zion National Park day trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Moab to Zion National Park takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of car and flight. Traveling from Moab in July, plan for a bit cooler nights in Zion National Park, with lows around 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) 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.

On the 8th (Sat), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. There's still lots to do: explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, hike along South Kaibab Trail, get great views at Grandview Point, and walk around Indian Garden.

For photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Grand Canyon National Park driving holiday planning app.

Explore your travel options from Zion National Park to Grand Canyon National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Zion National Park in July, expect Grand Canyon National Park to be slightly colder, temps between 84°F and 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel to Mesa Verde National Park.

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

On the 11th (Tue), make a trip to Park Point, then steep yourself in history at Balcony House, and then steep yourself in history at Cliff Palace.

To see more things to do, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Mesa Verde National Park trip itinerary planning tool.

Explore your travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Mesa Verde National Park with the Route module. While traveling from Grand Canyon National Park, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Mesa Verde National Park, ranging from highs of 90°F to lows of 56°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can travel to Tucson.

One of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country, Tucson is a city on a cultural crossroads, with European, Native American, Mexican, and Asian residents blending and sometimes conflicting with one another.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): awaken your taste buds at Arizona Winery Tours, then view the masterpieces at Madaras Gallery, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms. On the next day, brush up on your military savvy at Titan Missile Museum, shop like a local with Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, and then view the masterpieces at Etherton Gallery.

For maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Tucson trip site.

Getting from Mesa Verde National Park to Tucson by combination of flight and bus takes about 6 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Traveling from Mesa Verde National Park in July, things will get a bit warmer in Tucson: highs are around 97°F and lows about 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to drive to Las Cruces.

Las Cruces, also known as "The City of the Crosses", is the seat of Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States. Start off your visit on the 14th (Fri): admire the local landmark of Plaza de Las Cruces, look for gifts at Heart of the Desert Pistachios & Wine, then don't miss a visit to Mesilla Plaza, then walk around Dripping Springs Natural Area, and finally walk around Veterans Memorial Park.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Las Cruces road trip planning website.

Drive from Tucson to Las Cruces in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Tucson in July since evenings lows in Las Cruces dip to 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can drive to Salt Flat.

Salt Flat is a ghost town in northeastern Hudspeth County, Texas, United States. Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Guadalupe Mountains National Park.

For ratings, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Salt Flat road trip planning tool.

You can drive from Las Cruces to Salt Flat in 2.5 hours. When traveling from Las Cruces in July, plan for little chillier days in Salt Flat, with highs around 89°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 67°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Carlsbad Caverns National Park.

The canyons, cacti, and thorny bushes of the southern New Mexico desert hide one of the U.S.'s great subterranean geological wonders, Carlsbad Caverns National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): get a dose of the wild on Carlsbad Caverns Natural Entrance Tour, explore the striking landscape at Hall of The White Giant, then Head underground at King's Palace, and finally explore the fascinating underground world of Big Room. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Mon): explore the striking landscape at Giant Dome and then explore the activities along Green Lake.

For photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Carlsbad Caverns National Park online day trip planner.

Getting from Salt Flat to Carlsbad Caverns National Park by car takes about 2.5 hours. When traveling from Salt Flat in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, with highs around 97°F, while nights are about the same with lows around 71°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to 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.

Saint Louis is known for sightseeing, museums, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in panoramic vistas at The Gateway Arch, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, identify plant and animal life at The Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House, and examine the collection at City Museum.

For reviews, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Saint Louis trip itinerary planning website.

You can fly from Carlsbad Caverns National Park to Saint Louis in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Carlsbad Caverns National Park to Saint Louis due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Carlsbad Caverns National Park, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Saint Louis, ranging from highs of 89°F to lows of 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.