7 days in United States Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica State Beach, then get to know the fascinating history of Santa Monica Pier, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Santa Monica Bay. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Golden Triangle, kick back and relax at Venice Beach and Boardwalk, and then get to know the fascinating history of Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Nashville to Los Angeles is an approximately 7-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from Nashville to Los Angeles. In October, Los Angeles is somewhat warmer than Nashville - with highs of 82°F and lows of 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to travel to Amarillo.

Known as "The Yellow Rose of Texas," Amarillo was once a series of ranches.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Tue): don't miss a visit to Huge Pair of Legs, take a pleasant ride with Palo Duro Riding Stables, and then examine the collection at Jack Sisemore Traveland RV Museum.

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Fly from Los Angeles to Amarillo in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Los Angeles to Amarillo, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Los Angeles in October, with highs in Amarillo at 75°F and lows at 47°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to travel to Dallas.

One of the country's most popular shopping destinations, Dallas and its sprawling suburbs include more shopping centers per capita than any other urban center in America.

On the 14th (Wed), see the interesting displays at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, then play a few rounds at Stevens Park Golf Course, and then get a new perspective on things with The Spirit of Dallas.

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Getting from Amarillo to Dallas by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Amarillo in October, expect Dallas to be somewhat warmer, temps between 82°F and 62°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) early enough to 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 15th (Thu): take some stellar pictures from Pipe Creek Vista, then hit the best photo ops around with Buck Wild Grand Canyon Hummer Tours, then admire the landmark architecture of Grand Canyon Railway Depot, and finally explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim.

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Getting from Dallas to Grand Canyon National Park by combination of flight and bus takes about 9 hours. Other options: drive. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Dallas to Grand Canyon National Park due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Dallas in October, you will find days in Grand Canyon National Park are slightly colder (66°F), and nights are colder (31°F). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can go by car 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 16th (Fri), indulge your thirst for a good beer at Anthem Brewing Company and then pause for some photo ops at Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.

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Traveling by car from Grand Canyon National Park to Oklahoma City takes 14 hours. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time to Central Standard Time is 1 hour. When traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, plan for somewhat warmer days in Oklahoma City, with highs around 77°F, while nights are much hotter with lows around 53°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to travel to Shelbyville.

Shelbyville is a city in Bedford County, Tennessee, United States. Kick off your visit on the 17th (Sat): admire the engineering at Fisherman's Park Dam and then sample the fine beverages at Cascade Hollow Distilling Co., Home of George Dickel.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Oklahoma City to Shelbyville. In October, Shelbyville is a bit cooler than Oklahoma City - with highs of 72°F and lows of 47°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.