51 days in United States Itinerary

A rapidly growing city in central North Carolina, Charlotte is the state's largest urban center and a major regional hub for finance, industry, technology, and entertainment.

Get out of town with these interesting Charlotte side-trips: Zipline (in Lake Lure), Chimney Rock (Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine & Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park) and Sweet Betsy Farm (in Marion). There's much more to do: walk around Falls Park on the Reedy, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Dark Corner Distillery, go deep underground at Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Goat Farm, and examine the collection at International Civil Rights Center & Museum.

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Frankfurt, Germany to Charlotte is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is usually a -6 hour difference. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Frankfurt in July: high temperatures in Charlotte hover around 38°C and lows are around 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Rodanthe.

Rodanthe is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) located in Dare County, North Carolina, United States, on Hatteras Island, part of North Carolina's Outer Banks. Start off your visit on the 11th (Tue): take in the waterfront at Rodanthe Pier and then identify plant and animal life at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge.

To see where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Rodanthe trip maker.

You can drive from Charlotte to Rodanthe in 6 hours. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in July, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Hatteras Island.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Hatteras Island visit planner.

You can drive from Rodanthe to Hatteras Island in an hour. July in Hatteras Island sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 28°C at night. You'll set off for Ocracoke on the 11th (Tue).

Ocracoke is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated town located at the southern end of Ocracoke Island, located entirely within Hyde County, North Carolina. Kick off your visit on the 12th (Wed): look for all kinds of wild species at Springers Point, identify plant and animal life at Ocracoke Pony Pens, then enjoy the sea views from Ocracoke Lighthouse, and finally look for gifts at The Village Craftsmen. On the 13th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll the grounds of British Cemetery, view the masterpieces at Over the Moon, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach.

For traveler tips, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Ocracoke day trip planner.

You can ride a ferry from Hatteras Island to Ocracoke in 2 hours. July in Ocracoke sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to travel to Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach is a coastal city on the east coast of the United States in Horry County, South Carolina. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, meet the residents at Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach, then shop like a local with Broadway at the Beach, and finally experience the excitement of Myrtle Beach SkyWheel.

To see maps, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Myrtle Beach trip itinerary maker website.

Getting from Ocracoke to Myrtle Beach by combination of ferry and car takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, taxi, bus, train, and car; or do a combination of ferry, taxi, and bus. July in Myrtle Beach sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can drive to Charleston.

Many visitors describe their Charleston holiday as a warm embrace by an old, dear friend--who lived about 200 years ago.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): tour the pleasant surroundings at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens and then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour. On the 16th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in nature's colorful creations at Washington Square, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, and then make a trip to Joe Riley Waterfront Park.

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You can drive from Myrtle Beach to Charleston in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in July, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to catch the train to Savannah.

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

For reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Savannah travel planning website.

Take a train from Charleston to Savannah in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In July, daily temperatures in Savannah can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): see Off-Road Tours, then get the adrenaline pumping with an extreme tour, and then see the interesting displays at The Neon Museum.

For maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Las Vegas trip planner.

Getting from Savannah to Las Vegas by combination of taxi and flight takes about 9 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Savannah to Las Vegas. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Savannah in July; daily highs in Las Vegas reach 47°C and lows reach 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Mojave.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Mojave Trail.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Mojave online trip planner.

Traveling by car from Las Vegas to Mojave takes 3.5 hours. Traveling from Las Vegas in July, expect Mojave to be slightly colder, temps between 43°C and 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Joshua Tree National Park.

Joshua Tree National Park takes its name from the Joshua tree, a twisted, spiky tree with bayonet-shaped leaves at the top that's one of the few plant species hardy enough to thrive in the extreme climate of the Mojave Desert.

Joshua Tree National Park is known for nature, trails, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the views at Hidden Valley Nature Trail, explore the striking landscape at Keys View, admire the natural beauty at Cholla Cactus Garden, and trek along Ryan Mountain.

To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Joshua Tree National Park trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Mojave to Joshua Tree National Park by car takes about 3.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 46°C in July, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can drive to Kingman.

Kingman is a city in and the county seat of Mohave County, Arizona, United States. On the 23rd (Sun), take an in-depth tour of Historic Route 66 Museum, make a trip to Cool Springs Station, then sample the fine beverages at Desert Diamond Distillery, and finally see the interesting displays at Kingman Army Air Field Museum.

To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Kingman trip planner.

You can drive from Joshua Tree National Park to Kingman in 4 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Joshua Tree National Park to Kingman is 1 hour. Traveling from Joshua Tree National Park in July, things will get a bit cooler in Kingman: highs are around 43°C and lows about 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can drive to Sedona.

Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.

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Drive from Kingman to Sedona in 3 hours. Traveling from Kingman in July, expect nights in Sedona to be about the same, around 24°C, while days are slightly colder, around 39°C. On the 24th (Mon), you'll 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): stroll through Bright Angel Trail. On the next day, shop like a local with Lookout Studio, then take in breathtaking views at Yavapai Point, and then hike along Rim Trail.

For photos, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park trip itinerary tool.

Explore your travel options from Sedona to Grand Canyon National Park with the Route module. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Sedona in July; daily highs in Grand Canyon National Park reach 34°C and lows reach 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to travel to Page.

Originally little more than a simple camp constructed to house workers who built a nearby dam on the Colorado River, Page is now a popular stop for travelers preparing a trip to Arizona's canyon country.

On the 26th (Wed), get outside with Outdoor Activities, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, then explore the stunning scenery at Antelope Canyon, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at The Chains.

To find ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Page vacation planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Page. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in July, you will find days in Page are a bit warmer (43°C), and nights are warmer (26°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Monument Valley.

Monument Valley is a region of the Colorado Plateau characterized by a cluster of vast sandstone buttes, the largest reaching 1000ft above the valley floor. Start off your visit on the 27th (Thu): see Off-Road Tours and then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour. On the next day, take some stellar pictures from Muley Point Overlook, examine the collection at Goulding’s Trading Post Museum., and then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Monument Valley trip planner.

Getting from Page to Monument Valley by car takes about 2.5 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Page in July: high temperatures in Monument Valley hover around 38°C and lows are around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to drive to Moab.

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, grab your bike and head to Bike Fiend, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities. On the 30th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: hike along Pine Tree Arch Trail, then explore the striking landscape at Arches National Park, and then enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Moab online driving holiday planner.

Drive from Monument Valley to Moab in 3 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Monument Valley in July: high temperatures in Moab hover around 42°C and lows are around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to go by car to Capitol Reef National Park.

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

On the 31st (Mon), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Capitol Reef National Park . Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Tue): make a trip to Fruita Schoolhouse, don't miss a visit to Fremont Petroglyphs, then steep yourself in history at Gifford Homestead, and finally hike along Goosenecks Overlook.

For other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Capitol Reef National Park day trip tool.

You can drive from Moab to Capitol Reef National Park in 3 hours. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Moab in July: high temperatures in Capitol Reef National Park hover around 32°C and lows are around 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Bryce Canyon National Park.

You can find hoodoos--rock pillars formed by erosion--all around the world, but those of Bryce Canyon National Park remain the standard bearers thanks to their bright red color, tall stature, and arrangement in large amphitheaters.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): take in panoramic vistas at Bryce Point, get great views at Inspiration Point, then take some stellar pictures from Sunrise Point, and finally take some stellar pictures from Fairyland Point. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: hike along Rim Trail, stroll through Queen's Garden Trail, then take some stellar pictures from Sunset Point, and finally stroll through Navajo Loop Trail.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Bryce Canyon National Park online driving holiday planner.

Getting from Capitol Reef National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park by car takes about 2.5 hours. In August, daily temperatures in Bryce Canyon National Park can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can go by car 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Zion National Park. Keep things going the next day: make a trip to Observation Point, hike along Angel's Landing, and then cruise along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive.

To see ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Zion National Park attractions site.

Traveling by car from Bryce Canyon National Park to Zion National Park takes 1.5 hours. In August, Zion National Park is somewhat warmer than Bryce Canyon National Park - with highs of 38°C and lows of 14°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Las Vegas.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, take in panoramic vistas at High Roller, and then see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: shop like a local with The Strip, admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, then admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck.

To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas sightseeing planner.

Drive from Zion National Park to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of car and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Zion National Park to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Zion National Park in August, plan for somewhat warmer days and warmer nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 45°C by day to 29°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Death Valley National Park.

Extreme heat and dryness create extreme landscapes in Death Valley National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): get great views at Dante's View, take in the dramatic natural features at Zabriskie Point, steep yourself in history at Harmony Borax Works, then take a memorable drive along Artist's Drive, then contemplate the waterfront views at Badwater Basin, and finally explore the striking landscape at Devil's Golf Course.

Before you visit Death Valley National Park, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by car from Las Vegas to Death Valley National Park takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Las Vegas in August, plan for a bit cooler nights in Death Valley National Park, with lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough 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 9th (Wed): trek along Mariposa Grove, then explore the activities along Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail, then take in the dramatic scenery at Yosemite Falls, and finally take some stellar pictures from Valley View. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, explore the striking landscape at Sentinel Dome, admire the sheer force of Vernal Fall, look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Center at Happy Isles, then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, and finally explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall.

For more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Yosemite National Park route website.

Explore your travel options from Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Death Valley National Park in August, you will find days in Yosemite National Park are a bit cooler (32°C), and nights are much colder (7°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can travel to San Francisco.

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

On the 11th (Fri), shop like a local with Ferry Building Marketplace, then head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, and then take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at de Young Museum, walk around Golden Gate Park, then contemplate the long history of Golden Gate Bridge, and finally make a trip to Lombard Street.

For traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read our San Francisco trip itinerary builder app.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco with the Route module. When traveling from Yosemite National Park in August, plan for little chillier days in San Francisco, with highs around 26°C, while nights are a bit warmer with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Monterey.

Monterey is a city in the U.S. state of California, on the southern edge of Monterey Bay on California's Central Coast. Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Monterey Bay Aquarium, then immerse yourself in nature at Point Lobos, and then take a memorable drive along 17-Mile Drive.

To see other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Monterey trip itinerary maker.

You can drive from San Francisco to Monterey in 2 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in August, and nighttime lows around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Mon) early enough to drive to San Simeon.

When you arrive in tiny San Simeon, which lies halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, you can see why William Randolph Hearst chose this coastal locale for his famous hilltop castle.

On the 14th (Mon), explore the historical opulence of Hearst Castle, get great views at Ragged Point Overlook, then look for gifts at Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center, and finally identify plant and animal life at Piedras Blancas.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our San Simeon trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Monterey to San Simeon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or do a combination of bus and car. Expect much hotter weather when traveling from Monterey in August: highs in San Simeon hover around 40°C, while lows dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Santa Barbara.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara is a solid vacation destination with its wide beaches, renowned wineries, and some of California's finest shopping and dining options.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Old Mission Santa Barbara and then indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area. On your second day here, admire the natural beauty at Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens, take a stroll through State Street Underpass, get to know the resident critters at Santa Barbara Zoo, then observe the fascinating underwater world at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, then take in the waterfront at Stearns Wharf, and finally enjoy some diversion at The Santa Barbara Art Foundry.

For reviews, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Santa Barbara trip planner.

You can drive from San Simeon to Santa Barbara in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from San Simeon in August, you will find days in Santa Barbara are a bit cooler (28°C), and nights are about the same (18°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) to allow time to drive 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.

On the 17th (Thu), get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the different shops at Two Rodeo Drive, take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, examine the collection at The Getty Center, then take a memorable drive along Mulholland Drive, then get to know the fascinating history of Hollywood Walk of Fame, and finally look and learn at Griffith Observatory.

To find where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles day trip app.

Traveling by car from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Santa Barbara in August, things will get a bit warmer in Los Angeles: highs are around 34°C and lows about 22°C. You'll have a few hours on the 19th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.