34 days in United States Itinerary

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

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Miamisburg to Amarillo is an approximately 17-hour car ride. The time zone difference when traveling from Miamisburg to Amarillo is minus 1 hour. While traveling from Miamisburg, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Amarillo, ranging from highs of 72°F to lows of 41°F. You'll set off for Albuquerque on the 29th (Sat).

Albuquerque remains one of the state's secret jewels, as its tourist attractions are often overshadowed by the more popular holiday destination of Santa Fe.

Start off your visit on the 29th (Sat): examine the collection at Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, then browse the exhibits of New Mexico Steam Locomotive and Railroad Historical Society, and then take in the dramatic natural features at Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks National Monument. Here are some ideas for day two: get to know the fascinating history of Albuquerque Old Town, then take in the dramatic natural features at Petroglyph National Monument, then look for gifts at The Candy Lady, and finally enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

For photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Albuquerque vacation maker.

You can drive from Amarillo to Albuquerque in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Amarillo to Albuquerque is minus 1 hour. In April, daily temperatures in Albuquerque can reach 71°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Sedona.

Despite its relatively small size, Sedona overflows with tourist appeal.

Explore Sedona's surroundings by going to Clarkdale (Clarkdale National Historic District & Townsite & Arizona Copper Art Museum) and Phoenix (Balloon Rides & Musical Instrument Museum). The adventure continues: see Off-Road Tours, take in the spiritual surroundings of Chapel of the Holy Cross, cruise along Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179), and trek along Devil's Bridge Trail.

To see where to stay, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Sedona road trip site.

You can fly from Albuquerque to Sedona in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In May in Sedona, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 54°F at night. You will have some time to spend on the 8th (Mon) before leaving for Capitol Reef National Park.

Capitol Reef National Park takes its name from a particularly rugged and scenic section of the Waterpocket Fold, a geologic "wrinkle" stretching for 160 km (100 mi) along a dry plateau surrounded by white Navajo sandstone cliffs and domes, and red canyons, buttes, and rock bridges.

On the 9th (Tue), explore the striking landscape of Capitol Reef National Park . Keep things going the next day: trek along Goosenecks Overlook and then steep yourself in history at Gifford Homestead.

To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Capitol Reef National Park trip builder site.

Drive from Sedona to Capitol Reef National Park in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, flight, and car; or do a combination of bus, shuttle, and car. When traveling from Sedona in May, plan for little chillier days and cooler nights in Capitol Reef National Park: temperatures range from 63°F by day to 31°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Moab.

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Moab: Canyonlands National Park (Mesa Arch & Island in the Sky) and Pine Tree Arch Trail (in Arches National Park). On the 13th (Sat), spend a relaxing day on the river with a rafting and tubing tour. And it doesn't end there: see Off-Road Tours, skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, get a taste of the local shopping with Tom Till Gallery, and admire the majestic nature at Dead Horse Point State Park.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Moab online trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Capitol Reef National Park to Moab in 3 hours. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Capitol Reef National Park in May, with highs in Moab at 76°F and lows at 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Durango.

Originally a frontier mining town, Durango is known today for its scenic setting, outdoor activities, and the 1880s steam-powered railway that takes visitors through sections of the mountains where roads don't reach.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Durango: Mesa Verde National Park (Nordenskiold #16 Trail, Cliff Palace, &more). Next up on the itinerary: kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, see Off-Road Tours, see the interesting displays at Southern Ute Museum and Cultural Center, and relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.

To find ratings, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Durango trip planner.

You can drive from Moab to Durango in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and bus. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Moab in May, with highs in Durango at 68°F and lows at 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Taos.

Many residents have shunned fast-paced city living for Taos's laid-back vibe and blend of Spanish, Native American, and Anglo cultures.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Taos: El Santuario de Chimayo (in Chimayo), Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Spa (in Ojo Caliente) and Land of Enchantment Guides - Fly Fishing Trips (in Velarde). Next up on the itinerary: take in the views from Rio Grande Gorge Bridge, explore the world behind art at Millicent Rogers Museum, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and take in the dramatic natural features at Plaza Blanca.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, go to the Taos driving holiday planning app.

You can drive from Durango to Taos in 4.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and train. In May, daytime highs in Taos are 67°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can travel to Vail.

Originally built as a base for Vail Ski Resort, the town of Vail has blossomed into its own destination, but still has less than 6,000 permanent residents.

Explore Vail's surroundings by going to Aspen (The John Denver Sanctuary & Independence Pass), Glenwood Springs (Thermal Spas & Hanging Lake Trail) and Georgetown (Hotel de Paris Museum & Capital Prize Gold Mine Tour). There's much more to do: head outdoors with Vail Resorts Nordic and Backcountry School, take in the dramatic scenery at Fish Creek Falls, explore the landscape on two wheels at Vail Recreation Path, and see Off-Road Tours.

For where to stay, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Vail trip builder website.

You can do a combination of shuttle and flight from Taos to Vail in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Traveling from Taos in May, expect nights in Vail to be about the same, around 31°F, while days are colder, around 44°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Tue) to allow enough time to travel back home.