12 days in United States Itinerary

North Conway combines colonial New England architecture with outlet shops selling goods from some of the world's most recognizable brands, all set amid the scenery of the White Mountains.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): admire the sheer force of Diana's Baths, then find something for the whole family at Story Land, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Glen Ellis Falls. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun): admire the sheer force of Rocky Gorge and then take a memorable drive along Kancamagus Highway.

To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the North Conway vacation site.

Mont Tremblant, Canada to North Conway is an approximately 5.5-hour car ride. Traveling from Mont Tremblant in July, plan for somewhat warmer nights in North Conway, with lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Estes Park.

More than just a convenient resting place for travelers on their way to the national park encompassing the Front Range of the Rockies, Estes Park is a popular place to visit in its own right.

Change things up with these side-trips from Estes Park: Rocky Mountain National Park (Milner Pass, Trail Ridge Road, &more), Hidee Gold Mine (in Central City) and River Rafting & Tubing (in Idaho Springs). There's much more to do: head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, admire all the interesting features of Peak to Peak Scenic Byway, delve into the lush surroundings at Many Parks Curve Overlook, and view the masterpieces at The Studio Fine Art and Framing.

For ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Estes Park trip planner.

Traveling by flight from North Conway to Estes Park takes 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and taxi. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time to Mountain Standard Time is minus 2 hours. While traveling from North Conway, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Estes Park, ranging from highs of 38°C to lows of 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Mesa Verde National Park.

Whereas most national parks are primarily devoted to showcasing unique and special landscapes, Mesa Verde National Park focuses on ancient human habitation.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): explore the ancient world of Long House, then explore the ancient world of Balcony House, and then contemplate the long history of Cliff Palace.

To see where to stay and more tourist information, you can read our Mesa Verde National Park trip builder app.

Traveling by flight from Estes Park to Mesa Verde National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. In July in Mesa Verde National Park, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can drive to Durango.

Originally a frontier mining town, Durango is known today for its scenic setting, outdoor activities, and the 1880s steam-powered railway that takes visitors through sections of the mountains where roads don't reach.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): view the masterpieces at Scenic Aperture Gallery, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then see Off-Road Tours. On the 30th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, then whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and then don't miss a visit to Historic Downtown Durango.

For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Durango trip planner.

Drive from Mesa Verde National Park to Durango in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. July in Durango sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 14°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can drive to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park.

The Gunnison River has been hard at work over the past two million years, carving out the sheer cliffs and towering spires that today make up Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Mon): explore the stunning scenery at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.

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Traveling by car from Durango to Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park takes 3.5 hours. Traveling from Durango in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park, with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel to Lincoln.

Stretching through the White Mountain National Forest, Lincoln welcomes hikers along the Appalachian Trail.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): take in the dramatic natural features at Flume Gorge, then immerse yourself in nature at Franconia Notch State Park, then see Off-Road Tours, and finally stop by Fadden's General Store.

For ratings, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Lincoln trip planner.

Explore your travel options from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park to Lincoln with the Route module. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 2 hours. When traveling from Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park in August, plan for little chillier days in Lincoln, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) to allow time to drive back home.