60 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.

Discover out-of-the-way places like The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and St. Patrick's Cathedral. Get a sense of the local culture at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Ellis Island. The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial, stroll through The High Line, take a stroll through Times Square, and get a new perspective on nature at American Museum of Natural History.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the New York City online travel planner.

Manchester, UK to New York City is an approximately 11-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 5 hours traveling from Manchester to New York City. Traveling from Manchester in May, expect New York City to be somewhat warmer, temps between 24°C and 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) 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.

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and Arlington National Cemetery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get some historical perspective at Gettysburg National Military Park and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Washington DC: Gettysburg National Cemetery (in Gettysburg) and Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (in Chantilly). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at National Portrait Gallery, contemplate the waterfront views at Tidal Basin, examine the collection at The National Archives Museum, and get engrossed in the history at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

For other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Washington DC day trip site.

You can fly from New York City to Washington DC in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. While traveling from New York City, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Washington DC, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Charleston.

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

Get some historical perspective at Fort Sumter National Monument and Boone Hall Plantation. Museum-lovers will appreciate Patriots Point and H.L. Hunley Submarine. Next up on the itinerary: capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour, don't miss a visit to Angel Oak Tree, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read Charleston online attractions planner.

Fly from Washington DC to Charleston in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and car. Traveling from Washington DC in May, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 20°C in Charleston. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can take a train to Savannah.

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

Step off the beaten path and head to Forsyth Park and Tybee Island Beach. You'll get in some beach time at Coligny Beach and Driftwood Beach. Get out of town with these interesting Savannah side-trips: Hilton Head (Sea Pines Forest Preserve & Spas), Tybee Island Light Station And Museum (in Tybee Island) and Georgia Sea Turtle Center (in Jekyll Island). There's much more to do: explore the galleries of Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, explore the different monuments and memorials at Colonial Park Cemetery, and get to know the fascinating history of City Market.

For where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Savannah itinerary website.

Take a train from Charleston to Savannah in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. May in Savannah sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to drive to St. Augustine.

St. Get some historical perspective at St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum, Inc. and Old Jail Museum. You'll discover tucked-away gems like St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park and Fort Matanzas National Monument. Step out of St. Augustine with an excursion to Ormond Beach in Ormond Beach--about 58 minutes away. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Old City, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, gain insight at Flagler College, and brush up on your knowledge of spirits at St. Augustine Distillery.

To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the St. Augustine trip planner.

Traveling by car from Savannah to St. Augustine takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in May, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can go by car 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.

You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at St. Pete Beach and Beach at Daytona Beach. Visiting Cocoa Beach and Fishing Charters & Tours will get you outdoors. Explore Orlando's surroundings by going to Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum (in Ponce Inlet), The Dali Museum (in St. Petersburg) and Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park (in Homosassa Springs). The adventure continues: make a splash at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Orlando online trip builder.

Traveling by car from St. Augustine to Orlando takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. May in Orlando sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can fly to Key West.

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.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Fort Zachary Taylor and Bahia Honda State Park. Popular historic sites such as Truman Little White House and Key West Lighthouse and Keeper's Quarters Museum are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Dolphin Research Center (in Grassy Key) and Marathon (Sombrero Beach & The Turtle Hospital). There's much more to do: get outside with Outdoor Activities, examine the collection at Mel Fisher Maritime Heritage Museum, take in the exciting artwork at 7 Artists & Friends Key West, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Key West Cemetery.

To find traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Key West trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by flight from Orlando to Key West takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Orlando in May since evenings lows in Key West dip to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

Laura: Louisiana's Creole Heritage Site and New Orleans Museum of Art will appeal to museum buffs. Head to Royal Street and Louisiana Music Factoryfor some retail therapy. Change things up with these side-trips from New Orleans: Nature & Wildlife Tours (in Slidell) and Oak Alley Plantation (in Vacherie). Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral, explore the different monuments and memorials at Lafayette Cemetery No.1, learn about all things military at The National WWII Museum, and visit Garden District.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the New Orleans trip itinerary app.

You can fly from Key West to New Orleans in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Key West to New Orleans. When traveling from Key West in June, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in New Orleans: temperatures range from 33°C by day to 33°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can fly to Nashville.

Known as the capital of country music, the thriving city of Nashville combines old-world southern charm with a progressive urban flair.

Get some historical perspective at Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery and Carnton. Let the collections at The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe and Andrew Jackson's Hermitage capture your imagination. Step out of Nashville to go to Franklin and see Carter House, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Downtown Nashville, steep yourself in history at Lotz House Museum, and see the interesting displays at RCA Studio B.

For more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Nashville tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from New Orleans to Nashville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Nashville when traveling from New Orleans in June, with lows around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight 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.

You'll explore and learn at The Mob Museum and Clark County Heritage Museum. Explore hidden gems such as Valley of Fire State Park and Titanic. The adventure continues: explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, wander the streets of The Strip, ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio, and take in nature's colorful creations at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

For other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Las Vegas visit planner.

Traveling by flight from Nashville to Las Vegas takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Nashville to Las Vegas is minus 2 hours. Traveling from Nashville in June, things will get a bit warmer in Las Vegas: highs are around 46°C and lows about 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to San Francisco.

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

On the 15th (Thu), shop like a local with Ferry Building Marketplace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grace Cathedral, then snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Alcatraz Island. On the 16th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: examine the collection at Musee Mecanique, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then wander the streets of Chinatown.

To see maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the San Francisco driving holiday planning tool.

You can fly from Las Vegas to San Francisco in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and subway. Prepare for cooler weather when traveling from Las Vegas in June: high temperatures in San Francisco hover around 25°C and lows are around 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Lahaina.

Once the booming capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom, the tropical paradise of Lahaina still remains one of Maui's top vacation attractions, providing both culture and recreation.

Escape the urban bustle at Haleakala Crater and Wailea Beach. You'll get in some beach time at Ho'okipa Beach Park and Kamaole Beach Park III. Get out of town with these interesting Lahaina side-trips: Helicopter Tours (in Kahului), Makena Beach (in Wailea) and Iao Valley (in Wailuku). There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Kamaole Beach Park II, tour the pleasant surroundings at Napili Beach, take a stroll through Lahaina Front Street, and discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For other places to visit, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Lahaina trip planner.

Fly from San Francisco to Lahaina in 7 hours. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from San Francisco to Lahaina due to the time zone difference. Traveling from San Francisco in June, expect Lahaina to be a bit warmer, temps between 34°C and 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Honolulu.

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

Get outdoors at Shark Diving and Lanikai Beach. Museum-lovers will get to explore Iolani Palace and USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Honolulu: Waimea Valley (in Haleiwa) and Kailua Beach Park (in Kailua). There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Makapuu Lighthouse Trail, contemplate the waterfront views at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, contemplate the long history of Battleship Missouri Memorial, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Koko Crater Railway Trail.

For where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, use the Honolulu travel route planning website.

You can fly from Lahaina to Honolulu in 2.5 hours. June in Honolulu sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) so you can fly back home.