Looking for some inspiration for your next trip? Here’s some awesome itineraries to get you started. All of these are either trips I have done, or are based on my own trips, so I know they work well.
Central America | Europe | United States | South America
Central America Itineraries
Costa Rica in 9 Days
Start: San Jose
End: San Jose
Length: 9 Days (with options to shorten it)
Start in San Jose, but immediately head out. Travel to La Fortuna and the Arenal Volcano. before exploring Monteverde. Finish with some beach time at Manuel Antonio National Park.
Europe Itineraries
Five Days in Iceland Without a Car
Start: Reykjavik
End: Reykjavik
Length: 5 Days
Do you want to travel around Iceland, but are nervous about renting a car? Here’s the five day, no rental car itinerary that I used. From Reykjavik, I explored the South Coast and the Golden Circle.
The Best of Spain in 10 Days
Start: Barcelona
End: Madrid
Length: 10 Days (with options to shorten it)
Spain has so much to offer, but with just ten days you can get a god taste. Admire La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, The Alhambra in Granada, Flamenco in Sevilla, the Royal Palace in Madrid and so much more.
Five Days in Zurich, Switzerland
Start: Zurich
End: Zurich
Length: 5 Days
Zurich isn’t the most exciting city, but it’s where I based myself for a long weekend in Switzerland. From Zurich, you can day trip to Lucerne, the Alps, and Liechtenstein.
Paris, Belgium, & Amsterdam Itinerary: 10 Days in Europe
Start: Paris, France
End: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Length: 10 Days
Take in the museums and top sights of Paris before venturing on to some delicious sightseeing in Belgium. Finish your trip through the tulip fields and windmills of the Netherlands.
A Long Weekend in the Netherlands – Four Day Itinerary
For a short, introduction to the Netherlands, check out this itinerary. You’ll visit Amsterdam and its fantastic museums, but also spend some time in its smaller towns.
This is a fast paced itinerary but it’ll give you a great overview of the Netherlands.
Four Days in Belgium – A Great Long Weekend
Base yourself in Brussels for this long weekend adventure. Throughout your short visit, you’ll visit four great Belgian cities: Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, and Antwerp. It’s a fast paced itinerary, but you’ll get a good taste for these four cities.
A 7 Day London and Paris Itinerary
On this classic Europe itinerary, start in London before taking the train to Paris. Over the course of a week, you’ll visit some amazing museums, tour some grand palaces, and still have some time to customize this itinerary to your own preferences.
Scandinavia in 10 Days
In this 10 day itinerary, explore the major cities of Scandinavia. Start in Copenhagen before continuing onto Sweden for Stockholm and Gothenburg. Finish your adventure in Oslo. You’ll see castles, harbors, and some awesome museums.
United States Itineraries
Colorado in 10 Days
Start: Denver, CO
End: Denver, CO
Length: 10 Days (with options to shorten it)
This is one of my favorite road trips ever. You’ll visit all four of Colorado’s National Parks and do loads of scenic driving. If you’re interested in epic views and hikes, this is the itinerary for you.
Utah National Parks (+ Grand Canyon) in 10 Days
Start: Las Vegas, NV
End: Las Vegas, NV
Length: 10 Days
On this itinerary, you’ll visit all five of Utah’s National Parks, plus the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley. It’s another of my favorites US road trips ever.
New England in 10 Days
Start: Providence, RI
End: Portland, ME
Length: 10 Days
Starting in Rhode Island, you’ll work your way through Connecticut, western Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire before finishing in Maine. For the best time, visit in fall when you can see the fall foliage.
Washington DC to Savannah, GA – 10 Days on the US East Coast
Start: Washington, DC
End: Savannah, GA
Length: 10 Days
Starting in Washington DC, work your way south all the way to Savannah, GA, stopping at national parks and several interesting cities.
7 Day New England Itinerary: 5 Great Options
For those with less time, I’ve put together five great itineraries for New England. Each itinerary is exactly one week and focuses on a different region within New England. Which itinerary will you choose?
Five Days in New Mexico and Texas National Parks
Start: El Paso, TX
End: El Paso, TX
Length: 5 Days
From El Paso, TX, travel north into New Mexico, visiting White Sands and Carlsbad Caverns National Parks. Venture back to Texas for Guadalupe Mountains National Park before returning to El Paso.
Arizona 5 Day Itinerary Templates
Rather than just one itinerary, here’s two options. Itinerary #1 starts in Flagstaff and visits the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley. Itinerary #2 starts in Phoenix and visits Saguaro and Petrified Forest National Parks. No matter which you choose, it’s a great way to spend a long weekend.
Colorado in 5 Days
For those with limited time, try a bite sized trip to Colorado. In this guide, find three different 5 day itineraries, each featuring a different area of Colorado. Whether you focus your time at Rocky Mountain National Park, southwestern Colorado, or elsewhere, you’re sure to have a great time in Colorado.
South Dakota 5 Day Itinerary: Badlands & The Black Hills
This itinerary covers the highlights of South Dakota in a short amount of time, making it perfect for a long weekend. Visit the Badlands, the Black Hills, two caves, Mount Rushmore, and even more. And if you have more time, I’ll give you options to extend it.
7 Day California National Park Itinerary From Las Vegas
Start in Las Vegas and head to Death Valley National Park. After taking in the unique landscape, head south to Joshua Tree National Park for some fun hikes. Make your way back to Las Vegas, stopping at either the Mojave Desert or Red Rock Canyon.
Zion and Bryce Canyon Itinerary – A Great Long Weekend in Utah
Start in Las Vegas and customize your itinerary to include Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Snow Canyon State Park, and Valley of Fire State Park.
South America Itineraries
Chile in 9 Days
Start: Santiago, Chile
End: Puerto Varas, Chile
Length: 9 Days
Start in Santiago before heading to the coast and the beaches of Viña del Mar. Then, hop on a plan to Puerto Varas to explore the beauty of the Chilean Lake District.