28 days in United States Itinerary

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

On the 14th (Thu), head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then take in the views from Golden Gate Bridge. Here are some ideas for day two: engage your brain at Exploratorium, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Grace Cathedral, and then get a taste of the local shopping with Union Square.

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Sydney, Australia to San Francisco is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Sydney to San Francisco is minus 18 hours. In December, San Francisco is cooler than Sydney - with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Sat) to allow time for the flight to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.

On the 17th (Sun), learn about all things military at Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, then take in the dramatic scenery at Niagara Falls, and then try to win big at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Here are some ideas for day two: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Aquarium of Niagara, steep yourself in history at Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica, and finally don't miss a visit to Third Street Art Alley.

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You can fly from San Francisco to Niagara Falls in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of subway and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 3 hours traveling from San Francisco to Niagara Falls. When traveling from San Francisco in December, plan for colder days in Niagara Falls, with highs around 3°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around -3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Mon) so you can catch the flight 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.

Get some cultural insight at Washington National Cathedral and Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Step out of Washington DC to go to Baltimore and see Horseshoe Casino, which is approximately 58 minutes away. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery of Art, get a sense of history and politics at United States Capitol, see the interesting displays at National Air and Space Museum, and pause for some photo ops at Washington Monument.

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Fly from Niagara Falls to Washington DC in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Niagara Falls in December: high temperatures in Washington DC hover around 12°C and lows are around 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to New York City.

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Your inner history buff will appreciate 9/11 Memorial and World Trade Center Memorial Foundation. Times Square and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's much more to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Empire State Building, make a trip to Fifth Avenue, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Patrick's Cathedral, and admire the masterpieces at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).

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Traveling by flight from Washington DC to New York City takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In December, daily temperatures in New York City can reach 10°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) so you can fly 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.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Wed): make an unforgettable trip to Walt Disney World Resort. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 28th (Thu): relax and rejuvenate at Zen Spa, then tee off at Panther Lake Golf Course, and then tee off at Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf.

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Traveling by flight from New York City to Orlando takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Prepare for warmer weather when traveling from New York City in December: high temperatures in Orlando hover around 29°C and lows are around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough 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.

On the 29th (Fri), brush up on your military savvy at The National WWII Museum, then steep yourself in history at Hermann-Grima House, then look for gifts at Faulkner House Books, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of French Quarter. On your second day here, get to know the fascinating history of Garden District, examine the collection at Cabildo, examine the collection at 1850 House Museum and Store, then make a trip to Jackson Square, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at St. Louis Cathedral.

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Traveling by flight from Orlando to New Orleans takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Orlando to New Orleans due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Orlando, expect much colder days and about the same nights in New Orleans, ranging from highs of 16°C to lows of 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at The Strip and The Mob Museum. The adventure continues: try your luck at Caesars Palace, enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck, admire the local landmark of Fountains of Bellagio, and explore the stunning scenery at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

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Traveling by flight from New Orleans to Las Vegas takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from New Orleans to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Traveling from New Orleans in December, plan for slightly colder nights in Las Vegas, with lows around 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Tue) so you can fly 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.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Wed): don't miss a visit to Walt Disney Concert Hall, get to know the fascinating history of Hollywood Walk of Fame, see the interesting displays at The Getty Center, then take a leisurely stroll along Santa Monica Pier, then kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Venice Canals Walkway.

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Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to Los Angeles takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Las Vegas in January; daily highs in Los Angeles reach 24°C and lows reach 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Wed) so you can fly 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 some cultural insight at USS Arizona Memorial and Iolani Palace. Popular historic sites such as Battleship Missouri Memorial and Valley of the Temples are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Turtle Bay Beach (in Kahuku), Sunset Beach Park (in Haleiwa) and Kailua Beach Park (in Kailua). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Waikiki Beach, stroll the grounds of National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, work some fitness into your day at Ala Moana Beach Park, and pause for some photo ops at Princess Bernice Pauahi Statue.

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You can fly from Los Angeles to Honolulu in 7 hours. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Los Angeles to Honolulu due to the time zone difference. In January, Honolulu is a bit warmer than Los Angeles - with highs of 32°C and lows of 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can catch the flight back home.