45 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.

Family-friendly places like Central Park and Statue of Liberty National Monument will thrill your kids. Step out of New York City with an excursion to Bronx Zoo in Bronx--about 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, snap pictures at Brooklyn Bridge, admire the striking features of Rockefeller Center, and take in the pleasant sights at The High Line.

For reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our New York City itinerary maker site.

Bengaluru, India to New York City is an approximately 21.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 10.5 hours traveling from Bengaluru to New York City. Traveling from Bengaluru in April, things will get colder in New York City: highs are around 19°C and lows about 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Atlantic City.

The gambling capital of the east coast, Atlantic City is best known for its numerous casinos, colorful boardwalk, and beach.

Bring the kids along to Jersey Shore Alpacas and Storybook Land. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Atlantic City: Wildwood (Wildwood Beach, Breakfast in The Sky, &more), Cape May County Park & Zoo (in Cape May Court House) and Cape May (Cape May Lighthouse, Emlen Physick Estate, &more). There's much more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at Massage by Pearl, look and learn at The Robert J. Novins Planetarium, identify plant and animal life at Cattus Island County Park, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

To see where to stay and tourist information, refer to the Atlantic City online trip maker.

You can drive from New York City to Atlantic City in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to fly to San Francisco.

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

Family-friendly places like Alcatraz Island and Exploratorium will thrill your kids. Venture out of the city with trips to Point Reyes Safaris (in Point Reyes Station), Mill Valley (Muir Woods National Monument & Steep Ravine Environmental Campground) and Simraceway Performance Driving Center (in Sonoma). Next up on the itinerary: snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, walk around Crissy Field, examine the collection at de Young Museum, and look for all kinds of wild species at Marin Headlands.

To see photos, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our San Francisco tour itinerary builder tool.

Traveling by flight from Atlantic City to San Francisco takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and subway. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -3 hour difference. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in San Francisco when traveling from Atlantic City in April, with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow 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.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): explore the striking landscape of Pioneer Yosemite History Center, hike along Mariposa Grove, take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View, then explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall. Here are some ideas for day two: get great views at Washburn Point, then take some stellar pictures from Valley View, then admire the sheer force of Yosemite Falls, and finally explore the activities along Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail.

To see more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Yosemite National Park trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park. While traveling from San Francisco, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Yosemite National Park, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can travel to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

Kids will enjoy Disneyland Park and The Getty Center. Step out of Los Angeles to go to Anaheim and see Disney California Adventure Park, which is approximately 38 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, admire the striking features of Walt Disney Concert Hall, see the sky in a new way at Griffith Observatory, and get to know the fascinating history of Hollywood Walk of Fame.

For maps, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles driving holiday planning site.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Los Angeles with the Route module. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Yosemite National Park in May: highs in Los Angeles hover around 28°C, while lows dip to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Orlando.

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Family-friendly places like Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort will thrill your kids. Pack the 8th (Mon) with family-friendly diversions at Universal's Islands of Adventure. There's lots more to do: find something for the whole family at SeaWorld, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, discover the magic at Epcot, and explore the world behind art at Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art.

To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Orlando holiday planning site.

Getting from Los Angeles to Orlando by flight takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Los Angeles to Orlando, you'll lose 3 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Los Angeles in May: high temperatures in Orlando hover around 36°C and lows are around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough 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.

Kids will enjoy Tidal Basin and National Air and Space Museum. There's lots more to do: get to know the resident critters at Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute, learn more about the world around you at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, ponder the world of politics at White House, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Washington National Cathedral.

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Washington DC trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Orlando to Washington DC takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Orlando in May, with highs in Washington DC at 28°C and lows at 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.