35 days in United States Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Do some cultural sightseeing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Times Square. Next up on the itinerary: go for a walk through Central Park, examine the collection at 9/11 Memorial, make a trip to Statue of Liberty National Monument, and stroll around The High Line.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the New York City road trip tool.

Tel Aviv, Israel to New York City is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Tel Aviv to New York City, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Tel Aviv in August since evenings lows in New York City dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to fly to Washington DC.

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): appreciate the history behind Washington Monument, get a new perspective on nature at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, then see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, then get engrossed in the history at National Museum of American History, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Washington National Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: ponder the world of politics at White House, appreciate the history behind Vietnam Veterans Memorial, get engrossed in the history at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, examine the collection at The National Archives Museum, then explore the world behind art at National Gallery of Art, and finally see the interesting displays at International Spy Museum.

For where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Washington DC day trip site.

You can fly from New York City to Washington DC in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August, daily temperatures in Washington DC can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can fly to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park contains some of the highest mountains east of the Mississippi River, but it's the ease of access that makes this national park the United States' most visited.

Get outdoors at Mount LeConte and Ramsey Cascades. There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Roaring Fork, trek along Charlies Bunion, stroll through Metcalf Bottoms Trail, and cruise along Little River Road.

To see photos, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, read Great Smoky Mountains National Park journey site.

You can fly from Washington DC to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, daytime highs in Great Smoky Mountains National Park are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Bright Angel Trail and South Kaibab Trail. There's still lots to do: take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, get great views at Navajo Point, hike along Rim Trail, and cruise along East Rim Drive.

To find more things to do, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Grand Canyon National Park trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by combination of flight and bus from Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Grand Canyon National Park takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or do a combination of flight, taxi, and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Grand Canyon National Park. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Great Smoky Mountains National Park in August, with highs in Grand Canyon National Park at 31°C and lows at 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.

With mountain peaks reaching past 4,250 m (14,000 ft) and trees stretching to over 75 m (250 ft) high, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks present nature on a grand scale.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sat): delve into the lush surroundings at Giant Forest, then trek along Moro Rock Trail, then get outside with Sequoia Sightseeing Tours, and finally hike along Lakes Trail in Sequoia National Park. On the 13th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the sheer force of Roaring River Falls, explore the fascinating underground world of Boyden Cavern, take in the dramatic scenery at Grizzly Falls, then explore the fascinating underground world of Crystal Cave, and finally trek along Congress Trail.

For photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park holiday tool.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Grand Canyon National Park to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park takes 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park due to the time zone difference. In August, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park is a bit warmer than Grand Canyon National Park - with highs of 41°C and lows of 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Pioneer Yosemite History Center and Wawona Hotel, National Historic Landmark. Take a break from the city and head to Glacier Point and Tuolumne Meadows. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Half Dome, explore the striking landscape at Cloud's Rest, take in the dramatic scenery at Chilnualna Falls, and hike along Lembert Dome.

To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park travel planner.

Explore your travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in August, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be cooler, around 7°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 32°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.

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

On the 18th (Fri), make a trip to Lombard Street, snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, then head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, and finally see the interesting displays at Musee Mecanique. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Ferry Building Marketplace, then get curious at Exploratorium, then wander the streets of Chinatown, and finally wander the streets of Union Square.

To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read San Francisco vacation planning tool.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in August, expect nights in San Francisco to be a bit warmer, around 17°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Grand Teton. Keep things going the next day: take a peaceful walk through Targhee National Forest, identify plant and animal life at Teton Raptor Center, then get a new perspective on things with Jackson Hole Fly Fishing School, and finally get a dose of the wild on Ana's Grand Excursions.

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Jackson Hole trip planner.

You can fly from San Francisco to Jackson Hole in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from San Francisco to Jackson Hole. Traveling from San Francisco in August, plan for slightly colder nights in Jackson Hole, with lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to drive to Yellowstone National Park.

An exceptionally diverse landscape and varied wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park one of America's most popular parks.

S Rim Trail and Uncle Tom's Trail are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from the city and head to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Firehole Canyon Drive. And it doesn't end there: take in the natural beauty of Old Faithful, trek along Observation Point Trail, stroll through Pelican Creek Trail, and stop by Fishing Bridge General Store.

To find ratings, photos, and more tourist information, refer to the Yellowstone National Park trip builder site.

You can drive from Jackson Hole to Yellowstone National Park in 2.5 hours. In August, Yellowstone National Park is a bit cooler than Jackson Hole - with highs of 24°C and lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to fly to Glacier National Park.

The glaciers from which Glacier National Park takes its name mostly dissipated eons ago, but they left behind a scoured landscape of high and steep mountain peaks, sparkling lakes, lush alpine meadows, and thick forests.

Step out of the city life by going to Grinnell Glacier and Iceberg Lake Trail. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic scenery at Virginia Falls, stroll through Swiftcurrent Falls, contemplate the waterfront views at McDonald Creek, and trek along Cracker Lake Hike.

To see reviews, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Glacier National Park travel planner.

Getting from Yellowstone National Park to Glacier National Park by flight takes about 6.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Yellowstone National Park in August: high temperatures in Glacier National Park hover around 33°C and lows are around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Seattle.

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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): get up close to creatures of the deep with Puget Sound Express, examine the collection at The Museum of Flight, and then meet the residents at Seattle Aquarium. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Wed): take a stroll through Pioneer Square, take a stroll through Pike Place Market, make a trip to Space Needle, then explore the world behind art at Chihuly Garden and Glass, and finally look for gifts at Elliott Bay Book Company.

To find photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Seattle route planner.

Getting from Glacier National Park to Seattle by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Glacier National Park to Seattle due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Glacier National Park in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Seattle, with lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Olympic National Park.

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Thu): take a peaceful walk through Olympic National Park, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Olympus, and then cruise along Hurricane Ridge. On the 1st (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the sheer force of Bunch Creek Falls, take in the dramatic scenery at Murhut Falls, then stroll through Kalaloch Beach Trail 4, and finally identify plant and animal life at Deer Park.

For maps, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Olympic National Park trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Seattle to Olympic National Park. In August, Olympic National Park is a bit cooler than Seattle - with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can travel to Anchorage.

Home to nearly half of Alaska's population, the port city of Anchorage covers a staggering area of over 4,900 sq km (1,900 sq mi) surrounded by mountains.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): admire the majestic nature at Chugach State Park. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the extensive heritage of Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, get engrossed in the history at Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, then identify plant and animal life at Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, and finally see the interesting displays at Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center.

For where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Anchorage trip itinerary builder.

Do a combination of bus and flight from Olympic National Park to Anchorage in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time to Alaska Standard Time is minus 1 hour. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Olympic National Park in September: high temperatures in Anchorage hover around 16°C and lows are around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can fly back home.