22 day itinerary
Miami To San Francisco
Personalized with:By carMust include las vegas and lousianaGo through the south of the usaNo longer drives than 4 h per dayInclude all south states
Itinerary
What an exciting road trip you have planned! A journey from to , with stops in and Louisiana, sounds like a fantastic adventure. With your constraints in mind, I’ve crafted a 22-day itinerary that allows you to explore the southern states while keeping your daily drives to a maximum of 4 hours. Let’s hit the road!
Day 1: , FL to , FL (30 mins)
- Morning: Start your trip with a leisurely breakfast in .
- Afternoon: Drive to . Explore the beautiful beaches and the famous Las Olas Boulevard.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant.
Day 2: , FL to , FL (1 hour)
- Morning: Head to . Visit the Norton Museum of Art.
- Afternoon: Stroll through the beautiful gardens at the Mounts Botanical Garden.
- Evening: Dinner at a local seafood restaurant.
Day 3: , FL to , FL (2.5 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Visit one of the theme parks (Disney, Universal, or SeaWorld).
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at Disney Springs or CityWalk.
Day 4: , FL to , FL (4 hours)
- Morning: Depart for .
- Afternoon: Visit the Florida State Capitol and the Museum of Florida History.
- Evening: Dinner at a local Southern restaurant.
Day 5: , FL to , AL (2.5 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Explore the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.
- Evening: Dinner in the historic district.
Day 6: , AL to , LA (2 hours)
- Morning: Head to .
- Afternoon: Check out the French Quarter and grab a beignet at Café du Monde.
- Evening: Enjoy live jazz music and dinner in the Frenchmen Street area.
Day 7: , LA
- All Day: Spend the day exploring . Visit the Garden District, take a steamboat cruise on the Mississippi, and indulge in some Creole cuisine.
Day 8: , LA to , LA (1.5 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Visit the Louisiana State Capitol and the Old State Capitol.
- Evening: Dinner at a local Cajun restaurant.
Day 9: , LA to , LA (1 hour)
- Morning: Head to .
- Afternoon: Explore the Acadian Village and learn about Cajun culture.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional Cajun meal with live music.
Day 10: , LA to , LA (1 hour)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Visit the Creole Nature Trail and enjoy the scenic views.
- Evening: Dinner at a lakeside restaurant.
Day 11: , LA to , TX (2.5 hours)
- Morning: Depart for .
- Afternoon: Visit the Space Center or the Museum District.
- Evening: Dinner in the vibrant Midtown area.
Day 12: , TX to , TX (3 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Explore the Alamo and stroll along the River Walk.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant along the River Walk.
Day 13: , TX to , TX (1.5 hours)
- Morning: Head to .
- Afternoon: Visit the Texas State Capitol and explore the vibrant South Congress Avenue.
- Evening: Enjoy live music and dinner at a local BBQ joint.
Day 14: , TX to , TX (1.5 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Explore the charming town and visit local wineries.
- Evening: Dinner at a German restaurant.
Day 15: , TX to , TX (2.5 hours)
- Morning: Depart for .
- Afternoon: Visit the Permian Basin Petroleum Museum.
- Evening: Dinner at a local steakhouse.
Day 16: , TX to , TX (1.5 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Visit the Buddy Holly Center and the Lake Landmark.
- Evening: Dinner at a local diner.
Day 17: , TX to , TX (1.5 hours)
- Morning: Head to .
- Afternoon: Visit Cadillac Ranch and the Big Texan Steak Ranch.
- Evening: Enjoy a hearty dinner at the Big Texan.
Day 18: , TX to , NM (4 hours)
- Morning: Depart for .
- Afternoon: Explore the historic Plaza and visit the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum.
- Evening: Dinner at a local Southwestern restaurant.
Day 19: , NM to , AZ (4 hours)
- Morning: Drive to .
- Afternoon: Visit the Lowell Observatory or take a scenic drive through Oak Creek Canyon.
- Evening: Dinner in downtown .
Day 20: , AZ to , NV (4 hours)
- Morning: Depart for .
- Afternoon: Check into your hotel and explore the Strip.
- Evening: Enjoy a show or dinner at a famous restaurant.
Day 21: , NV
- All Day: Spend the day enjoying . Visit the various themed hotels, try your luck at the casinos, and indulge in some world-class dining.
Day 22: , NV to , CA (8 hours)
- Morning: Start your drive to . (Consider breaking this into two days if you want to keep it under 4 hours.)
- Afternoon: Arrive in . Check into your hotel and relax.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant with a view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Optional Day 23: , CA
- All Day: Explore ! Visit , , and take a ride on the iconic cable cars.
And there you have it! A delightful 22-day road trip itinerary from to , filled with culture, food, and beautiful sights. Make sure to take plenty of pictures and enjoy every moment of your journey! Safe travels! 🚗✨