One Week Road Trip Across The United States

1. Day 1: Santa Monica Pier
   10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Downtown Santa Monica

   Visit the iconic Santa Monica Pier, enjoy the beach, and explore the pier's amusement park.

2. Day 2: Grand Canyon National Park
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   7 hours (400 miles) from Santa Monica Pier

   Take in the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon and hike one of the many trails. Reminder: Pack plenty of water and sunscreen!

3. Day 3: Antelope Canyon
   2 hours (120 miles) from Grand Canyon National Park

   Take a guided tour through the picturesque Antelope Canyon and see the stunning rock formations that have been formed over thousands of years.

4. Day 4: Arches National Park
   6 hours (360 miles) from Antelope Canyon

   Explore the unique landscape of over 2,000 sandstone arches as you hike through Arches National Park.

5. Day 5: Mount Rushmore National Memorial
   6 hours (370 miles) from Arches National Park

   See the faces of presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln carved into the Black Hills of South Dakota.

6. Day 6: Chicago, Illinois
   12 hours (780 miles) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial

   Experience Chicago's vibrant culture, delicious food, and beautiful architecture, including the famous Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower).

7. Day 7: Washington, D.C.
   13 hours (700 miles) from Chicago, Illinois

   Visit the nation's capital, see the White House, Capitol Building, and other historical landmarks, and explore the world famous Smithsonian Museums.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Santa Monica Pier (3 hours, free)
• Grand Canyon National Park (1-2 days, $35 per vehicle for a 7-day pass)
• Antelope Canyon (1-2 hours, $60 per person for guided tour)
• Arches National Park (1-2 days, $30 per vehicle for a 7-day pass)
• Mount Rushmore National Memorial (1-2 hours, $10 parking fee)
• Chicago, Illinois (2-3 days, depends on activities & accommodation choice)
• Washington, D.C. (2-3 days, free attraction entrance, transportation and meals vary)
Total Estimated Costs: $500-$1000 (excluding accommodation and transportation costs)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding Yellowstone National Park, Niagara Falls, or New York City to your itinerary. If you have less time, you can skip some of the national parks or spend less time in the cities. Remember to check the opening and closing times of each location and plan the route accordingly. Happy travels!