36 days in Canada, United States & South America Itinerary

Possibly the world's most diverse city, Toronto houses over 80 ethnic communities speaking nearly 150 different languages or dialects.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): see the interesting displays at Royal Ontario Museum, sample the tasty concoctions at Steam Whistle Brewery, then enjoy breathtaking views from CN Tower, and finally observe the fascinating underwater world at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada. Keep things going the next day: step into the grandiose world of Casa Loma, pause for some photo ops at Ireland Park, and then get to know the fascinating history of Distillery Historic District.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read Toronto travel website.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Lester B. Pearson International Airport and Billy Bishop Toronto City Centre Airport. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in April, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Vancouver.

Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.

Change things up with a short trip to Whistler Blackcomb in Whistler (about 1h 45 min away). There's much more to do: stroll around Stanley Park, take in nature's colorful creations at VanDusen Botanical Garden, visit a coastal fixture at Lighthouse Park, and make a trip to Granville Island.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Vancouver online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Toronto to Vancouver takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Toronto to Vancouver is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Toronto in April, expect a bit warmer with lows of 8°C in Vancouver. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can go by car 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.

Seattle is known for museums, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: wander the streets of Pike Place Market, examine the collection at The Museum of Flight, walk around Olympic Sculpture Park, and contemplate the waterfront views at Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Seattle trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Vancouver to Seattle takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a shuttle. In April, daytime highs in Seattle are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to fly to San Francisco.

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

San Francisco is known for sightseeing, nature, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Golden Gate Bridge, step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, stroll around Golden Gate Park, and shop like a local with Ferry Building Marketplace.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, refer to the San Francisco trip planning site.

You can fly from Seattle to San Francisco in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Seattle in April, you will find days in San Francisco are somewhat warmer (22°C), and nights are about the same (12°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Santiago.

Santiago tourism thrives largely thanks to the city's big selection of cultural and entertainment options, including museums, theaters, restaurants, bars, and giant malls.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Centro Cultural Palacio de la Moneda y Plaza de la Ciudadania and then enjoy breathtaking views from Sky Costanera. On your second day here, admire the masterpieces at Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino, then go for a walk through Plaza de Armas, and then don't miss a visit to Cerro Santa Lucia.

To see traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Santiago attractions planner.

You can fly from San Francisco to Santiago in 17.5 hours. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 4 hours traveling from San Francisco to Santiago. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can fly to El Calafate.

El Calafate tourism thrives mostly thanks to the city's proximity to a World Heritage-listed national park, famed for containing over 40 large glaciers.

El Calafate is known for nature, museums, and wildlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Estacionamiento Pasarelas Glaciar Perito Moreno, look for gifts at Vellon Negro, identify plant and animal life at Laguna Nimez Reserva Natural Municipal, and explore the activities along Lago Argentino.

To find photos and more tourist information, read El Calafate trip planning app.

You can fly from Santiago to El Calafate in 11.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Santiago to El Calafate, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In April, daily temperatures in El Calafate can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to catch the bus to El Chalten.

Nestled up against the hills of the Los Glaciares National Park, El Chalten serves as one of the nation's most bustling hubs for hikers and backpackers heading out into the wild landscape of southern Patagonia.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Tue): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Fitz Roy and then look for gifts at Casita style cosas simples. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Laguna Capri, trek along Laguna de los Tres, and then get to know the fascinating history of Laguna Torre.

For photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the El Chalten trip maker.

Traveling by bus from El Calafate to El Chalten takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine).

Surrounded by towering mountains, shimmering lakes, and the region's rugged hills, Puerto Natales serves as a bustling jumping-off point for exploring the Torres del Paine National Park.

On the 27th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Muelle Historico, Head underground at Mylodon Cave Natural Monument, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Bernardo O'Higgins National Park, and finally brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Last Hope Distillery.

To see where to stay, maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by car from El Chalten to Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. The time zone changes from Argentina Standard Time to Chile Standard Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. April in Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Fri) to allow time for travel to Ushuaia.

Often called the "End of the World" because of its position on the southernmost tip of South America, the expanding city of Ushuaia serves as both a busy commercial port and attractive tourist hub.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): explore the activities along Bahia Lapataia, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Glacier Martial, then take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and finally explore the galleries of Museo Maritimo & del Presidio de Ushuaia. On the 30th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the striking landscape of Tierra del Fuego National Park.

To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Ushuaia trip itinerary maker.

You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) to Ushuaia in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of car and ferry. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Puerto Natales (Torres del Paine) to Ushuaia due to the time zone difference. In April, plan for daily highs up to 10°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Buenos Aires.

Cultural capital of South America, Buenos Aires remains one of the largest cities on the continent, serving as a point of departure for exploring the rest of the country.

Start off your visit on the 1st (Mon): shop like a local with Puerto Madero, admire the natural beauty at Parque 3 de Febrero, don't miss a visit to Cementerio de la Recoleta, then admire the landmark architecture of El Ateneo Grand Splendid, and finally make a trip to Obelisco. On your second day here, take a stroll through Calle Defensa, then don't miss a visit to Casa Rosada, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Japones.

For where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Buenos Aires trip tool.

You can fly from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. Expect much warmer temperatures when traveling from Ushuaia in April; daily highs in Buenos Aires reach 26°C and lows reach 19°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Iguazu National Park.

Iguazu National Park contains 672 sq km (259 sq mi) of fertile subtropical forests, but its main attraction is the majestic Iguazu Falls.

To see ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Iguazu National Park tour planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Buenos Aires to Iguazu National Park takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. While traveling from Buenos Aires, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Iguazu National Park, ranging from highs of 26°C to lows of 16°C. On the 3rd (Wed), you're off to Rio de Janeiro.

Bustling with samba music and all-night street parties, no city encapsulates the spirit of Brazil better than Rio de Janeiro.

Rio de Janeiro is known for sightseeing, beaches, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: pause for some photo ops at Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer, don't miss a visit to Escadaria Selaron, contemplate the long history of Parque Lage, and admire the natural beauty at Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro.

For reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Rio de Janeiro online journey maker.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Iguazu National Park to Rio de Janeiro takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Iguazu National Park in May; daily highs in Rio de Janeiro reach 31°C and lows reach 24°C.