54 days in Arizona, California & Florida Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips United States travel planner
Start: Alamosa
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Grand Canyon National Park
— 6 nights
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Yosemite National Park
— 6 nights
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San Francisco
— 6 nights
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St. Helena
— 4 nights
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Los Angeles
— 5 nights
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San Diego
— 5 nights
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Orlando
— 5 nights
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Miami Beach
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Key Largo
— 5 nights
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Key West
— 7 nights
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End: Alamosa
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Grand Canyon National Park — 6 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.Step out of the city life by going to Grand Canyon South Rim and Lipan Point. On the 21st (Mon), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Rim Trail, get a dose of the wild on Grand Canyon Mule Tours by Xanterra, admire all the interesting features of East Rim Drive, and examine the collection at Yavapai Geology Museum.
To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Grand Canyon National Park trip planner.
Alamosa to Grand Canyon National Park is an approximately 8.5-hour car ride. Traveling from Alamosa in November, plan for a bit warmer nights in Grand Canyon National Park, with lows around 22°F. On the 23rd (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.Museum-lovers will get to explore Yosemite Museum Gallery and Ansel Adams Gallery. Escape the urban bustle at Glacier Point and Mariposa Grove. And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Wawona Hotel, National Historic Landmark, identify plant and animal life at McGurk Meadow, explore the striking landscape at North Dome, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Cathedral Range.
To find reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Yosemite National Park road trip planning app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Grand Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park. In November, plan for daily highs up to 54°F, and evening lows to 19°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 6 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.Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Alcatraz Island and Exploratorium. Golden Gate Bridge and City Lights Booksellers will appeal to history buffs. Dedicate the 3rd (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Union Square, admire the masterpieces at Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, sample the tasty concoctions at Anchor Brewing Company, and engage your brain at California Academy of Sciences.
For other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read San Francisco trip planning site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in November, expect nights in San Francisco to be much warmer, around 51°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 64°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to go by car to St. Helena.
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St. Helena — 4 nights
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The Heart Of Napa Valley
The city of St.Get some cultural insight at Wine Tours & Tastings and Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards. Get out of town with these interesting St. Helena side-trips: Gracianna Winery (in Healdsburg) and Imagery Estate Winery & Art Gallery (in Glen Ellen). Next up on the itinerary: learn about winemaking at Pride Mountain Vineyards, admire the natural beauty at Round Pond Estate, and admire the verdant scenery at Swanson Vineyards Salon.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the St. Helena trip itinerary builder tool.
Traveling by car from San Francisco to St. Helena takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of subway and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from San Francisco in December, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in St. Helena, with lows of 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Los Angeles.
Side Trips
Rutherford, Gracianna Winery, B Cellars Vineyards and Winery, Cosentino Winery, Wine Tours & Tastings
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Los Angeles — 5 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.Get some historical perspective at Annenberg Community Beach House and Santa Monica Pier. The Getty Center and Petersen Automotive Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Explore Los Angeles' surroundings by going to Santa Monica (Santa Monica Farmers Market & Bergamot Station). There's still lots to do: take a stroll through Montana Avenue, shop like a local with Robertson Boulevard, admire the masterpieces at Norton Simon Museum, and look and learn at Griffith Observatory.
To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Los Angeles trip itinerary builder.
Fly from St. Helena to Los Angeles in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from St. Helena in December, with highs in Los Angeles at 69°F and lows at 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to drive to San Diego.
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San Diego — 5 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.Get outdoors at La Jolla Cove and Lions, Tigers & Bears. Visit Mission Beach Park and Children's Pool for some beach relaxation. And it doesn't end there: examine the collection at USS Midway Museum, get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo, shop like a local with Spanish Village Art Center, and browse the exhibits of Maritime Museum of San Diego.
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You can drive from Los Angeles to San Diego in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. December in San Diego sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 51°F at night. On the 19th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Orlando.
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Orlando — 5 nights
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Theme Park Capital of the World
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.Step out of the city life by going to Scuba & Snorkeling and Lake Apopka Wildlife Trail. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Duncan McClellan Gallery and Imagine Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Orlando side-trips: Merritt Island (NASA Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex & Space Shuttle Atlantis), Morean Art Center (in St. Petersburg) and Alpaca Magic USA (in Homosassa). Have a day of magic on the 24th (Sat) at Walt Disney World Resort. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art and browse the different shops at The Mall at Millenia.
For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Orlando trip planner.
Traveling by flight from San Diego to Orlando takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from San Diego to Orlando. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from San Diego in December: high temperatures in Orlando hover around 77°F and lows are around 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Miami Beach.
Side Trips
St. Petersburg, Merritt Island, Scuba & Snorkeling, Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, Lake Apopka Wildlife Trail
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Miami Beach — 4 nights
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The World's Playground
Separated by water from the neighboring city of Miami, Miami Beach sits on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.Do your shopping at Lincoln Road and Collins Avenue. Appreciate the collections at The Wolfsonian - Florida International University and Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA). Get out of town with these interesting Miami Beach side-trips: Clyde Butcher's Big Cypress Gallery (in Ochopee), Shark Valley Visitor Center (in Everglades National Park) and Aventura Mall (in Aventura). There's still lots to do: take a stroll through Art Deco Historic District, see the interesting displays at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, get a taste of the local shopping with Ocean Drive, and stop by Espanola Way.
To see where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Miami Beach trip itinerary planner.
You can fly from Orlando to Miami Beach in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Orlando in December since evenings lows in Miami Beach dip to 68°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Key Largo.
Side Trips
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Clyde Butcher's Big Cypress Gallery, Shark Valley Visitor Center, Aventura Mall, Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA)
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Key Largo — 5 nights
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Diving Capital of the World
The northernmost island of the Florida Keys, Key Largo provides stunning scenery, a number of watersports opportunities, and plenty of areas to relax on vacation.Museum-lovers will get to explore Pasta Pantaleo Signature Gallery and Old Road Gallery. For shopping fun, head to Rain Barrel Village or Florida Keys Key Lime Products. Venture out of the city with trips to Sunset Park Beach (in Key Colony Beach), Dolphin Research Center (in Grassy Key) and Anhinga Trail (in Everglades National Park). There's much more to do: get outside with Capt. Sterling's Everglades Eco-Tours, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, learn about winemaking at Keys' Meads, and view the masterpieces at Gallery Morada.
For more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Key Largo route builder.
Getting from Miami Beach to Key Largo by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a bus. In December in Key Largo, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 66°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Key West.
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Key West — 7 nights
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Conch Republic
Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at 7 Artists & Friends Key West and Peppers Of Key West. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Bahia Honda State Park and Sombrero Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Key West side-trips: SpaTerre at Little Palm Island Resort (in Little Torch Key) and Marathon (Crane Point Museum & Nature Center & The Turtle Hospital). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, contemplate the long history of Key West Shipwreck Museum, take an in-depth tour of Key West Firehouse Museum, and enjoy the sea views from Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum.
To see maps, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Key West travel route builder site.
You can drive from Key Largo to Key West in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 76°F in January, and nighttime lows around 66°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 9th (Mon) to allow time for travel 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.
Florida travel guide
The Sunshine State
The “Sunshine State,” Florida became a favorite winter destination for the affluent crowd over a century ago. Today, the state attracts visitors from around the world with its golden beaches and modern theme parks. You can spend your entire vacation enjoying the state's highly developed seaside areas, but remember that some of Florida's best-kept secrets are in secluded locations. Visit the big cities and their comfortable resorts offering top-notch dining and nightlife, but leave some time to see the peninsula's swampy landscape, filled with wild creatures and native plants. Farther away from the tourist-packed urban areas, the untamed wetlands of Florida offer a selection of things to do, such as kayaking, boat rides, and numerous other outdoor activities.
