31 days in Arizona & California Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips United States holiday planner
Start: Manchester
Fly to Las Vegas, Bus to Grand Canyon National Park
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 5 nights
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Sedona
— 4 nights
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Tucson
— 3 nights
Fly
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San Diego
— 3 nights
Drive
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Los Angeles
— 3 nights
Fly
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San Francisco
— 4 nights
Drive
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Yosemite National Park
— 6 nights
Drive
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Death Valley National Park
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Manchester
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Grand Canyon National Park — 5 nights
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The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.Visit Hermit's Rest and Grand Canyon Railway Depot for their historical value. Kids will appreciate attractions like Bright Angel Trail and South Kaibab Trail. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Grand Canyon Village, get great views at Mather Point, explore the stunning scenery at Yavapai Point, and surround yourself with nature on Grand Canyon Mule Tours by Xanterra.
For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Grand Canyon National Park tour planner.
Manchester, UK to Grand Canyon National Park is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also do a combination of train, flight, and bus; or do a combination of train, flight, and bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Manchester to Grand Canyon National Park is minus 7 hours. Traveling from Manchester in December, expect much colder with lows of -11°C in Grand Canyon National Park. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough to travel to Sedona.
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Sedona — 4 nights
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Red Rock Country
Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Cathedral Rock and Nature & Wildlife Tours. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Devil's Bridge Trail and Airport Mesa. There's lots more to do: trek along Doe Mountain Trail, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, explore and take pictures at Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179), and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
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Explore your travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Sedona with the Route module. When traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in December, plan for a bit warmer days in Sedona, with highs around 14°C, while nights are much hotter with lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) so you can drive to Tucson.
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Tucson — 3 nights
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Old Pueblo
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.Do your shopping at Madaras Gallery and Art Gallery H. Museum-lovers will appreciate Pima Air and Space Museum and Titan Missile Museum. And it doesn't end there: explore the stunning scenery at Sabino Canyon, get great views at Gates Pass, take in the history at Mission San Xavier del Bac, and cruise along Mt. Lemmon Scenic Byway.
To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Tucson journey app.
You can drive from Sedona to Tucson in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. Traveling from Sedona in December, you will find days in Tucson are a bit warmer (21°C), and nights are about the same (5°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to San Diego.
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San Diego — 3 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.Kids will enjoy Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and Maritime Museum of San Diego. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like USS Midway Museum and Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Step out of San Diego to go to Alpine and see Lions, Tigers & Bears, which is approximately 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: get all the equipment you need at San Diego Fly Rides, see the interesting displays at Old Town Model Railroad Depot, and get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.
To find other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the San Diego trip planner.
Getting from Tucson to San Diego by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Tucson to San Diego. Traveling from Tucson in December, San Diego is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Los Angeles.
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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 off the beaten path and head to Petersen Automotive Museum and Los Angeles County Museum of Art. La Brea Tar Pits and Museum and California Science Center are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from Los Angeles with a short trip to Disneyland Park in Anaheim, about 36 minutes away. There's more to do: see the interesting displays at The Getty Center and take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier.
To see ratings, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Los Angeles road trip planning website.
Traveling by car from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 4 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.Take a break from the city and head to Dolphin & Whale Watching and Alcatraz Island. Kids will enjoy Golden Gate Bridge and Cable Car Museum. And it doesn't end there: engage your brain at Exploratorium, steep yourself in history at SS Jeremiah O'Brien, get a taste of the local shopping with Ferry Building Marketplace, and take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read San Francisco trip itinerary planning tool.
Fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Los Angeles in December, expect nights in San Francisco to be about the same, around 8°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 6 nights
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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.Get outdoors at Vernal Fall and Yosemite Falls. Your inner history buff will appreciate Yosemite Valley Chapel and Wawona Hotel, National Historic Landmark. categoryPhrases.sentence.On_the_day_spend_an_exhilarating_day_on_the_slopes_at. Spend the 29th (Fri) exploring nature at Elizabeth Lake. There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at McGurk Meadow, explore the striking landscape at Glacier Point, take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View, and hike along Yosemite Valley Biking.
To find traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Yosemite National Park day trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from San Francisco in December: highs in Yosemite National Park hover around 9°C, while lows dip to -11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) so you can travel to Death Valley National Park.
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Death Valley National Park — 2 nights
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Hottest, Driest, Lowest
Extreme heat and dryness create extreme landscapes in Death Valley National Park.On the 30th (Sat), explore the striking landscape at Devil's Golf Course, explore the activities along Badwater Basin, take a memorable drive along Artist's Drive, then explore the striking landscape at Zabriskie Point, and finally take in breathtaking views at Golden Canyon.
For ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Death Valley National Park journey builder site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Yosemite National Park to Death Valley National Park. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in December, things will get a bit warmer in Death Valley National Park: highs are around 15°C and lows about 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sun) so you can fly back home.
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Arizona travel guide
The Grand Canyon State
Known as the "Grand Canyon State," Arizona boasts dense forests, deep gorges, sprawling national parks, and modern ski resorts. Native American reservations take up about a quarter of the state, housing several tribes and offering visitors a chance to discover the varied cultures of the country's indigenous population. A patchwork of diverse tourist attractions, Arizona features exclusive golf courses and upscale shops, as well as cactus-covered canyons and stretches of desolate desert straight out of old Westerns, perfect for a vacation far from the city bustle. Though the state still clings to its Old West flavor, its busy college towns packed with young students from around the world exude a cosmopolitan atmosphere.
California travel guide
The Golden State
The country's most populous state, California includes landscapes that range from the forested northern coast to harsh southern deserts. Sandwiched right in the middle of the state is a fertile valley, home to farms, vineyards, and orchards. California's cities offer diverse attractions, from amusement parks and upscale shops to award-winning restaurants and innovative art galleries. Outside the state's big urban centers, places to visit include some of the nation's most rugged national parks, ancient forests, towering mountain peaks, and ski resorts. More than just a surfing destination famous for its beaches and winding coastal roads, California also boasts one of the world's largest economies, bolstered by the booming tech industries.
