US/Canada hubs and national parks
38 stops through United States, Canada. Follow them in order, or choose a shorter stretch.
New York City → Boston → Washington, D.C. → Philadelphia → … (+34 stops)
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New York City
United States · Daily budget ~$102
New York City is the largest metropolis in the United States and a global center for finance, culture, media, and art. The city draws travelers with iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Central Park, as well as its unparalleled dining, theater, and museum scene.
New York City to Boston
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Boston
United States
A city of history and tradition, Boston offers a proud legacy of culture, education, and numerous sporting championships. No other American city has made more of an effort to preserve its history, and you'll find buildings that pre-date the republic dotted throughout the region.
Boston to Washington, D.C.
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Washington, D.C.
United States
Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, offers an unparalleled collection of free public museums and iconic monuments like the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument. It is a cosmopolitan city with diverse dining and nightlife, and most attractions are concentrated on the National Mall.
Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia
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Philadelphia
United States
Philadelphia, often called the 'Birthplace of America', is the birthplace of the country's modern democracy. Founded by William Penn in 1681, it is the largest city in Pennsylvania and the sixth-largest in the US.
Philadelphia to Chicago
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Chicago
United States
Chicago is the home of the blues and jazz, the heart of comedy, and the idea of the skyscraper. It is one of the world's great cities, with world-class museums, miles of sandy beaches, huge parks, and the finest downtown collection of modern architecture in the world.
Chicago to New Orleans
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New Orleans
United States
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz and a cultural mashup unlike anywhere else in America—French sophistication, Spanish colonial architecture, African-American musical traditions, and Creole cuisine fused into something greater than the sum of its parts. Visitors come for world-class festivals (Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, French Quarter Festival), legendary nightlife on Bourbon Street, and the uniquely permissive atmosphere where drinking in public is legal and bars never close.
New Orleans to Austin
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Austin
United States
Austin is a city of about 1,054,000 (2026) surpassing Fort Worth to become the 4th most populous city in Texas. It is the capital of Texas and a college town, and also a center of an alternative culture away from the major cities on the US coasts, though the city is rapidly gentrifying with its rising popularity.
Austin to Nashville
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Nashville
United States
Nashville, capital of Tennessee with 716,000 residents, has evolved far beyond its country music image. While still the "Music City, USA" and home to the Grand Ole Opry since 1925, the city now hosts major rap artists (Jelly Roll), rock bands (Kings of Leon, Paramore), and is the epicenter of contemporary Christian music.
Nashville to San Francisco
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San Francisco
United States
The centerpiece of the Bay Area, San Francisco is one of the most visited cities in the world. It is renowned for its scenic beauty, unique culture, and diverse neighborhoods, from Chinatown to the Castro.
San Francisco to Los Angeles
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Los Angeles
United States
Los Angeles is a global center of culture, business, media, and international trade, most famous as a major center of the world's television, motion picture, and music industry. Visitors are drawn to its Mediterranean climate and numerous beaches, which gave birth to California's famed surf culture.
Los Angeles to San Diego
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San Diego
United States
San Diego is the second largest city in California, offering an ideal climate with coastal temperatures around 75°F (24°C), miles of beaches, and a location directly across from Tijuana. It is home to the world-renowned San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and a significant U.S.
San Diego to Seattle
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Seattle
United States
Seattle sits at one of the most beautiful spots in the United States. Occupying a narrow isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, it is the biggest city in the Pacific Northwest, earning the city its nickname The Emerald City.
Seattle to Fairbanks
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Flagstaff
United States
Flagstaff is a city near the San Francisco Peaks and Grand Canyon, at an altitude of 6,990 ft. It's substantially cooler than southern Arizona, with ponderosa pine forests.
Flagstaff to Santa Fe, New Mexico
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Santa Fe, New Mexico
United States
Santa Fe, founded in 1607, is the capital of New Mexico and a top tourist destination for its scenic beauty, long history, cultural diversity, and extraordinary concentration of arts, music, and fine dining. At 7000 ft elevation, it sits at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, offering mild climate and a walkable downtown with adobe architecture.
Santa Fe, New Mexico to Asheville
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Asheville
United States
Asheville is a liberal, artsy community nestled between the Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Smoky Mountains. It has one of the most impressive collections of Art Deco architecture in the United States, and has been called 'Paris of the South,' 'San Francisco of the East,' and 'America's New Freak Capital.' It's a popular tourist destination with a vibrant arts scene.
Asheville to Grand Canyon
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Grand Canyon
United States
The Grand Canyon is one of the seven natural wonders of the world, a massive canyon carved by the Colorado River in northern Arizona. It encompasses several distinct areas: the more accessible South Rim, the remote North Rim, Phantom Ranch at the bottom, and sections on Indian reservations.
Grand Canyon to Yosemite National Park
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Yosemite National Park
United States
Yosemite National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It encompasses 750,000 acres with thousands of lakes, streams, and hiking trails.
Yosemite National Park to Zion National Park
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Zion National Park
United States
Zion National Park protects a series of incredible rock formations and high sandstone cliffs in southern Utah between the Dixie and Canyon Country regions. Unlike many Southwest parks where visitors look down from canyon rims, visitors to Zion walk on the canyon floor and look up at magnificent monoliths.
Zion National Park to Bryce Canyon National Park
Drive~1 h 30 min~$18
Bryce Canyon National Park
United States
Bryce Canyon National Park is a national park in Utah's Canyon Country, featuring a giant natural amphitheater of hoodoos. It is one of the most popular parks in Utah, attracting nearly one million visitors annually to take in its spectacular scenery.
Bryce Canyon National Park to Yellowstone National Park
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Yellowstone National Park
United States
Yellowstone is the world's first national park, preserving half the world's geothermal features including 300 geysers like Old Faithful. It offers incredible wildlife viewing (bison, wolves, bears) and rugged mountain scenery, perfect for nature lovers and backpackers seeking an iconic outdoor adventure.
Yellowstone National Park to Grand Teton National Park
Drive~$19
Grand Teton National Park
United States
Grand Teton National Park delivers the classic American wilderness experience without Yellowstone crowds. The park's centerpiece is the Teton Range—six peaks exceeding 12,000 feet rising abruptly from the valley floor—and their reflections in Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake.
Grand Teton National Park to Glacier National Park, Montana
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Glacier National Park, Montana
United States
Glacier National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site on the northern border of Montana, featuring rugged mountain peaks, over 700 miles of trails, and pristine lakes. It's a premier destination for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing.
Glacier National Park, Montana to Olympic National Park
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Olympic National Park
United States
Olympic National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting one of the largest remaining blocks of old-growth and temperate rainforest in the contiguous United States. The park encompasses 73 miles of dramatic Pacific coastline with tidepools, sea stacks, and pristine beaches, plus the glacier-capped Olympic Mountains rising abruptly from sea level to 8,000 feet.
Olympic National Park to Mount Rainier National Park
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Mount Rainier National Park
United States
Mount Rainier National Park centers on the spectacular 14,410-foot stratovolcano that dominates the Washington landscape. Established in 1899 and covering 368 square miles, the park offers alpine wildflower meadows at Paradise, ancient old-growth forests at Ohanapecosh, and panoramic views from Sunrise.
Mount Rainier National Park to Vancouver
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Vancouver
Canada
Vancouver is blessed with coastline, mountains, and lush vegetation. It is a cosmopolitan city of glass towers, Vansterdam, gateway to Asia, and haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Vancouver to Victoria, British Columbia
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Victoria, British Columbia
Canada
Victoria is the capital of British Columbia, offering a distinctly British atmosphere with Victorian-era architecture, manicured gardens, and a walkable downtown centered on the Inner Harbour. Unlike the gritty energy of Vancouver, Victoria feels genteel and resort-like—perfect for a relaxed city break with strong ferry connections to Washington State.
Victoria, British Columbia to Whistler
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Whistler
Canada
Whistler is North America's largest ski area, combining Whistler and Blackcomb mountains into one resort with over 8,000 acres of terrain. Beyond skiing, the area offers mountain biking, hiking, golf, bear watching, and the 2010 Winter Olympics legacy venues.
Whistler to Banff
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Banff
Canada
Banff is a tourist town in Banff National Park, part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a convenient base for seeing spectacular scenery with little effort, with a wide variety of restaurants, clubs, and plenty of tours and activities.
Banff to Jasper
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Jasper
Canada
Jasper is a small tourist town of about 4,700 residents (2021) nestled in Jasper National Park in the Alberta Rockies. Unlike its bolder, brassy neighbor Banff, Jasper offers a more serene experience for visitors seeking outdoor adventures.
Jasper to Calgary
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Toronto
Canada
Toronto is a diverse, energetic city with over half its residents born abroad, offering world-class museums, ethnic neighbourhoods, and a vibrant food scene. It's a great base for exploring southern Ontario, with easy day trips to Niagara Falls and the Great Lakes.
Toronto to Montreal
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Montreal
Canada
Montreal is Canada's second largest city and the largest francophone city in the Americas. It has a rich history as a fur-trade centre and later as a hub for culture and arts.
Montreal to Quebec City
Train~3 h~$17
Quebec City
Canada
Quebec City is the capital of Canada's Quebec province, sitting on 65-meter-high cliffs overlooking the St. Lawrence Seaway.
Quebec City to Ottawa
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Halifax
Canada
Halifax is the capital city of Nova Scotia and the largest city in Atlantic Canada. The city's origins and rich maritime history derive from a strategic location and one of the world's great natural harbours.
Halifax to St. John's
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St. John's
Canada
St. John's is the oldest city in North America outside the Caribbean, founded in 1497.
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