10 days in Virginia Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Virginia sightseeing planner
Start: Quebec City
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Luray
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Charlottesville
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Fredericksburg
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Richmond
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Virginia Beach
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Chincoteague Island
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Luray — 1 night

Cabin Capital of Virginia
Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): see the interesting displays at Cooter's in the Country, examine the collection at Shenandoah Caverns, examine the collection at Main Street of Yesteryear, then contemplate the long history of Shenandoah Valley Cultural Heritage Museum at The Edinburg Mill, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Kennedy Peak Hike.
To see reviews, photos, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Luray journey planner.
Quebec City, Canada to Luray is an approximately 13-hour car ride. Traveling from Quebec City in September, you will find days in Luray are somewhat warmer (30°C), and nights are about the same (16°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Charlottesville.
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Quebec City, Canada to Luray is an approximately 13-hour car ride. Traveling from Quebec City in September, you will find days in Luray are somewhat warmer (30°C), and nights are about the same (16°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Charlottesville.
Side Trips
Shenandoah Caverns, Shenandoah Valley Cultural Heritage Museum at The Edinburg Mill, Main Street of Yesteryear, Cooter's in the Country
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Charlottesville — 2 nights
Hoo-Ville
On the 4th (Mon), trek along Saunders-Monticello Trail, then steep yourself in history at Mulberry Row, then identify plant and animal life at Ivy Creek Natural Area, and finally shop like a local with C'ville Arts: A Cooperative Gallery. On the next day, explore the world behind art at Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of the University of Virginia, then contemplate the long history of The Exchange Hotel Civil War medical Museum, then indulge your taste buds at Central Virginia Wine Tours & Transportation, and finally get engrossed in the history at James Madison Museum.
To find traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Charlottesville vacation planning website.
Traveling by car from Luray to Charlottesville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. September in Charlottesville sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can drive to Fredericksburg.
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To find traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Charlottesville vacation planning website.
Traveling by car from Luray to Charlottesville takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. September in Charlottesville sees daily highs of 31°C and lows of 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can drive to Fredericksburg.
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Fredericksburg — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 6th (Wed): explore the different monuments and memorials at Old Masonic Cemetery, contemplate the long history of Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge No.4, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Old Salem Church, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Fredericksburg Confederate Cemetery, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St George's Episcopal Church.
To find traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Fredericksburg route planner.
You can drive from Charlottesville to Fredericksburg in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Richmond.
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To find traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Fredericksburg route planner.
You can drive from Charlottesville to Fredericksburg in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Richmond.
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Richmond — 2 nights
The River City
Start off your visit on the 7th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, then learn about winemaking at Blue Bee Cider, then admire the natural beauty at Agecroft Hall & Gardens, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, then look for all kinds of wild species at Mackay Island Wildlife Refuge, then examine the collection at Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Shockoe Bottom Clay.
To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Richmond vacation planning tool.
Traveling by car from Fredericksburg to Richmond takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Richmond can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough to drive to Virginia Beach.
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To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Richmond vacation planning tool.
Traveling by car from Fredericksburg to Richmond takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In September, daily temperatures in Richmond can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Fri) early enough to drive to Virginia Beach.
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Virginia Beach — 1 night

The Resort City
Start off your visit on the 9th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum, get engrossed in the history at MacArthur Memorial, then contemplate the long history of Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. Association for Research and Enlightenment, and finally appreciate the history behind Norwegian Lady Statue.
For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Virginia Beach trip itinerary maker tool.
You can drive from Richmond to Virginia Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Chincoteague Island.
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For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Virginia Beach trip itinerary maker tool.
You can drive from Richmond to Virginia Beach in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Chincoteague Island.
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Chincoteague Island — 1 night
Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sun): surround yourself with nature on Chincoteague Island Adventures.
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You can drive from Virginia Beach to Chincoteague Island in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Chincoteague Island can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride back home.
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Plan a trip to Chincoteague Island easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.
You can drive from Virginia Beach to Chincoteague Island in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Chincoteague Island can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride back home.
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Virginia travel guide
Old Dominion
The home of the first permanent English colony in the New World, Virginia is a prime holiday destination for those looking to immerse themselves in American heritage. Proud of its colorful history, distinct culture, and southern drawl, Virginians see their state as the place where the imaginary line between the north and the south is drawn. With scenic beauties as diverse as its people, Virginia is a land of rolling hills, rugged mountains, lush valleys, dense forests, and secluded beaches along picturesque bays. Bordered on the east by the Atlantic and the west by the Appalachian Mountains, with rolling farmland in the middle, the state offers countless places to visit for history buffs, nature lovers, and passionate foodies.