6 days in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park & Las Vegas Itinerary

With mountain peaks reaching past 4,250 m (14,000 ft) and trees stretching to over 75 m (250 ft) high, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks present nature on a grand scale.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): admire the sheer force of Grizzly Falls and then explore the striking landscape at Moro Rock Trail.

To find photos, ratings, maps, and tourist information, read our Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park road trip website.

New Orleans to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park is an approximately 10-hour flight. You can also do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from New Orleans to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. When traveling from New Orleans in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and little chillier nights in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park: temperatures range from 81°F by day to 51°F at night. On the 6th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.

The size, shape, and color of Grand Canyon National Park combine to leave an impression on visitors as deep as the canyon itself.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): take some stellar pictures from Mather Point, admire the landmark architecture of Grand Canyon Railway Depot, then take in breathtaking views at Grand Canyon South Rim, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Yavapai Point. On the next day, get great views at Hopi Point, take in breathtaking views at Hermit Road, and then identify plant and animal life at Buck Wild Grand Canyon Hummer Tours.

For where to stay, maps, ratings, and tourist information, use the Grand Canyon National Park trip itinerary planning site.

You can do a combination of flight and bus from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Grand Canyon National Park in 9.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and shuttle; or do a combination of flight, shuttle, and bus. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Grand Canyon National Park, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, expect little chillier days and cooler nights in Grand Canyon National Park, ranging from highs of 66°F to lows of 31°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): get a taste of the local shopping with The Strip and then visit The LINQ Promenade. Here are some ideas for day two: take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.

To see traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, use the Las Vegas road trip planning tool.

Getting from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or do a combination of bus and flight. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, expect nights in Las Vegas to be warmer, around 60°F, while days are somewhat warmer, around 82°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.