14 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.

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): appreciate the history behind Statue of Liberty National Monument, then don't miss a visit to Ellis Island, then stroll the grounds of Green-Wood cemetery, and finally walk around World Trade Center's Liberty Park. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Paul's Chapel, then take a stroll through Dumbo, then take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Times Square.

To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the New York City road trip planning app.

If you are flying in from Canada, the closest major aiports are La Guardia Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and John F Kennedy International Airport. In July, daytime highs in New York City are 35°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough 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.

On the 18th (Tue), pause for some photo ops at Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

For reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Washington DC trip itinerary site.

Traveling by flight from New York City to Washington DC takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In July in Washington DC, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 18th (Tue) before leaving for Shenandoah National Park.

Shenandoah National Park showcases a particularly scenic section of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains.

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): take in the awesome beauty at Pinnacles and then hike along Limberlost Trail.

To find ratings, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Shenandoah National Park trip maker tool.

Getting from Washington DC to Shenandoah National Park by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Washington DC in July, Shenandoah National Park is slightly colder at night with lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 19th (Wed) to allow enough time to 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.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Nashville trip planning tool.

Getting from Shenandoah National Park to Nashville by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Shenandoah National Park to Nashville due to the time zone difference. In July, daily temperatures in Nashville can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 24°C. On the 20th (Thu), you'll travel to Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City, known to many as the "Big Friendly," represents the political, cultural, and economic engine of the state of Oklahoma.

On the 20th (Thu), stroll around Martin Park Nature Center.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Oklahoma City tour planning app.

You can fly from Nashville to Oklahoma City in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Oklahoma City can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to fly to Albuquerque.

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): trek along La Luz Trail and then explore the landscape on two wheels at Foothills Trails.

To find more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Albuquerque online trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Oklahoma City to Albuquerque takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Oklahoma City to Albuquerque. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Los Angeles.

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Petersen Automotive Museum and Huntington State Beach. Relax by the water at Huntington Dog Beach and Newport Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Los Angeles: Sherman Library & Gardens (in Corona del Mar) and Santa Monica (Ocean Avenue & 26-Mile Bike Path). The adventure continues: get a new perspective on nature at La Brea Tar Pits and Museum, admire the masterpieces at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Pierce Brothers Westwood Village Memorial Park.

To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Los Angeles trip planner.

Fly from Albuquerque to Los Angeles in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Albuquerque to Los Angeles is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Albuquerque in July, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Los Angeles: temperatures range from 33°C by day to 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) to allow time to fly to San Antonio.

As the state’s second largest city, San Antonio embodies Texas’ rich cultural heritage while maintaining the Old West charm of an oil town.

To see reviews, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the San Antonio trip itinerary builder app.

Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to San Antonio takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Los Angeles to San Antonio. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Los Angeles in July; daily highs in San Antonio reach 43°C and lows reach 28°C. You'll set off for Houston on the 25th (Tue).

Although urban sprawl remains synonymous with Houston, most of the city's tourist attractions lie within the relatively small downtown area, surrounded by diverse neighborhoods housing the nation's biggest African-American, Asian-American, and Latino communities.

To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Houston online trip planner.

Fly from San Antonio to Houston in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. July in Houston sees daily highs of 41°C and lows of 29°C at night. You will leave for Miami on the 26th (Wed).

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park and Deering Estate. You'll get in some beach time at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Miami: Anhinga Trail (in Everglades National Park), Everglades Alligator Farm (in Homestead) and Everglades Day Safari (in Davie). There's more to do: zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure and stroll through Surfside Beach.

To find reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Miami road trip planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Houston to Miami takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Houston to Miami is 1 hour. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 30°C.