Southwest Road Trip Itineraries

Here you can find all the Southwest road trip itineraries that cross the various states of the West Coast area. For itineraries that explore individual states you can also consult the respective sections: California, Arizona, Utah, Nevada, and New Mexico. Are you ready for your USA National Parks road trip?

Southwest Road Trip: Model Itineraries

DIY 2-Week National Park Road Trip: California, Route 66 and a Ghost Town

Here is a 2 Week National Park Roadtrip itinerary covering the main attractions of the West Coast. By following this itinerary, you can visit the most fascinating national parks (for …

3-Week West Coast USA Road Trip Itinerary: Cities and Parks

Why Choose This Itinerary? If you have 3 weeks and want to explore all the most famous destinations on the West Coast, then this itinerary is for you. In fact, …

Southwest Road Trip: Strategic Routes

Embark on a 15-Day Unforgettable Journey: Las Vegas to California Road Trip

You are organizing a road trip and you have about 15 days. You have only one thing decided: round-trip plane tickets to one destination: Las Vegas! Ok, so you know …

Los Angeles to Las Vegas Drive: Road Trip Tips and Must-See Stops

So we’re at the third and last part of this itinerary that began in Las Vegas, crossed 2 California national parks (Death Valley and Yosemite National Park), the authentic western …

Unknown Wonders of America: An Unusual West Coast Itinerary

Usually, when you prepare a tour of the West Coast, you tend to plan the stops and itinerary according to pre-established priorities. You may try to include cities such as …

Four Corners: Have You Ever Been to Four States at Once?

To find yourself standing in 4 different states at the same time is certainly not an everyday experience, yet it is possible at the Four Corners Monument, the intersection of …

Mojave Desert: Places to Visit in the Vast American Desert

The Mojave Desert occupies a vast area on the West Coast and extends across California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah. It is home to many parks ranging from the most famous …

San Diego to the Grand Canyon Road Trip: Distance, Stops, Itinerary and Where to Stay

On West Coast itineraries that include San Diego, you very likely travel the long distance between this charming city and the Grand Canyon. This trip is very strategic because it …

Where to Stay between Grand Canyon and Los Angeles: Useful Tips and Intermediate Stops

From personal experience, I can say that a lot of the West Coast itineraries follow the route between the Grand Canyon and Los Angeles (in one direction or another). One …

How to Visit the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas by Car: Distance, Road Trip Itineraries and Tours Available

Beyond its stunning luxury hotels and all the cool things to do on the Las Vegas Strip that have made it a famous kitsch oasis in the hot Nevada desert, …

All Road Trip Routes from Las Vegas to Bryce Canyon

Among the Utah Mighty Five, Bryce Canyon is by far the most famous and most visited, either because it proudly presents itself as one of the most beautiful national parks …

A State-by-State Guide to Southwest Slot Canyon Hikes

Slot canyons are one of the most enchanting and unusual natural attractions that you can find in the United States. This guide is designed to help you identify them and …

Things to do in Navajo Nation: A Guide to the Indian Reservation in Arizona, Utah and New Mexico

What if we told you that some of the most symbolic photos of the United States, starting with the iconic Monument Valley, were not taken in any of the fifty …

Where was Back to the Future filmed? The Main Filming Locations

Are you fan of the Back to the Future saga? Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to see with your own eyes the most iconic filming locations where the …

Traveling from Las Vegas to Yellowstone: recommended on-the-road itinerary

Visiting Yellowstone can be quite a puzzle for those who would like to include the park in a larger Southwest tour. Due to the vast distances, this plan often remains …