12 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.

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Caracas, Venezuela to New York City is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Caracas to New York City, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for cooler temperatures traveling from Caracas in April, with highs in New York City at 19°C and lows at 8°C. On the 7th (Fri), you'll travel to Baltimore.

A major center for tourism and travel, Baltimore is famous as the city where amateur poet Francis Scott Key wrote the lyrics for the United States' national anthem.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): admire all the interesting features of Oriole Park at Camden Yards, try your luck at Horseshoe Casino Baltimore, then admire the architecture and history at Fort McHenry National Monument, and finally wander the streets of Fell's Point.

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You can drive from New York City to Baltimore in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Baltimore can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. On the 8th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train to Philadelphia.

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): ponder the world of politics at Independence Hall and then take in the architecture and design of University of Pennsylvania.

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You can take a train from Baltimore to Philadelphia in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Philadelphia can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Atlantic City.

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

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Traveling by car from Philadelphia to Atlantic City takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Atlantic City can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 5°C. On the 10th (Mon), you're off toJersey City.

Jersey City is the second-most-populous city in the U.S. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): admire all the interesting features of Prudential Center and then immerse yourself in nature at Liberty State Park.

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Traveling by car from Atlantic City to Jersey City takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Atlantic City in April, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Jersey City: temperatures range from 11°C by day to 5°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can go by car to New York City.

Your day-by-day itinerary now includes The Lion King, Bryant Park, Chrysler Building, and other attractions you added. See some other sides of New York City: tour the pleasant surroundings at Central Park, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Patrick's Cathedral, admire the masterpieces at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and admire the landmark architecture of Moleskine Store - New York Grand Central Terminal.

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New York City is very close to Jersey City. When traveling from Jersey City in April, plan for a bit warmer days in New York City, with highs around 19°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 8°C. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Sun) before leaving for home.