USA East Coast 9N
- New York City 5N
- Washington, D.C. 4N
- Stays
- Sightseeing
- New York City landmarks in a dense, busy city centre
- Washington, D.C. museums and monuments
- Two bases: five nights in New York City, four in Washington, D.C.
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At a glance
The United States is a large country with many climate zones, and each region makes a very different trip. For Indian travellers, the main draws are New York City, Washington, D.C., California, the national parks of the West, Las Vegas, Orlando's theme parks, Miami's beaches and Chicago's architecture. English is the main language, and Spanish is widely used in many states and cities, so English alone is usually enough in major tourist areas.
Pick one or two regions for each trip, because the distances are large. Cities are easiest on public transit, with subways, commuter rail, buses, rideshares and taxis. Outside major cities, a rental car is often the easiest way to explore, especially in the West. Domestic flights link the regions, and rail covers some corridors, though less comprehensively than in many countries.
Timing matters. Spring, from late March to May, and fall, from September to early November, are the strongest overall seasons for most of the country. Summer suits beaches and high-country parks but is hot in many places. Winter is cold in the North and snowy in the mountain states. Fall foliage is expected to peak in many parts of the country in October.
Choose from USA East Coast 9N, USA West Coast 10N or USA Family with Orlando Parks 10N, or ask us to customise one. Each package uses three or fewer hotel bases, so you unpack fewer times. For planning, read the USA travel guide, places to visit in the USA and USA trip cost.
Why go
New York City landmarks in a dense city, where public transit is usually the most efficient way to get around.
Washington, D.C. museums and monuments are the main draw of the capital.
California road-trip routes and cities, with San Francisco and Los Angeles among the main urban stops.
Grand Canyon, Yosemite and Yellowstone, with fall especially popular for parks and leaf-peeping.
Las Vegas is a top attraction, and Orlando is known for its theme parks.
Miami's beaches and Chicago's architecture, with summer strong for beach time.
Where to go
California has road-trip routes and cities, and outside major cities a rental car is often the easiest way to explore.
Chicago's architecture is listed among the top attractions in the USA.
The Grand Canyon is one of the national parks named among the top attractions, and fall is especially popular for national parks.
Las Vegas is named among the top attractions in the USA; confirm entry, show and transport details before you book.
Miami's beaches are among the top attractions, and summer is strong for beach time.
New York City's landmarks are a top attraction, and public transit is usually the most efficient way to get around the dense centre.
Orlando's theme parks are among the top attractions in the USA.
Washington, D.C. is known for its museums and monuments, which are its main draw.
Yellowstone is one of the national parks named among the top attractions, and fall is a popular season for visiting parks.
Yosemite is one of the national parks named among the top attractions, and summer is strong for high-country parks.
Season guide
Spring, from late March to May, and fall, from September to early November, are the strongest overall times to visit most of the USA. Weather is usually milder, and crowds are often lower than in peak summer. The desert Southwest suits spring and fall especially, to avoid extreme heat. June to August is the high season for summer beaches, coastal cities and national parks. For the month-by-month view, see the best time to visit the USA guide.
Day by day
Based on our USA East Coast 9N package. Your trip expert can stretch or shorten any day.
Arrive at one of the main New York gateways, such as JFK or Newark, and travel to your hotel. Check in and rest after the journey. Keep the first evening light, and walk near your hotel to get your bearings. Your planner confirms the arrival arrangements in your written itinerary.
Spend the day visiting New York City's landmarks. Choose a few sights rather than many, because the city is dense and each area takes time. Public transit is usually the most efficient way to get around the city centre, so use it rather than a taxi in busy traffic.
Explore a different neighbourhood in the morning and another in the afternoon. Subways and buses link most areas, and taxis or rideshares help when you are tired. Keep the evening free for dining and a walk. Check opening hours for any attraction before you go.
Use this day for a museum or a viewpoint of your choice, or simply rest. Confirm opening times and entry details in advance, because they can change. Keep the afternoon flexible so the day does not feel rushed.
Enjoy a last morning in New York City and a relaxed afternoon. Pack in the evening, because you move to Washington, D.C. the next day. Your planner confirms the travel arrangements for the move.
Travel from New York City to Washington, D.C. Your planner confirms the route in your written itinerary, including whether you travel by rail or by domestic flight. Check in at your Washington hotel and rest. Take an easy evening walk near the hotel to get your bearings.
Spend the day on Washington, D.C.'s museums. The city is known for its museums and monuments, so choose the one or two museums that matter most to your group. Confirm opening times and entry details before you travel, and keep the afternoon for rest.
Visit the city's monuments in one area, then rest in the afternoon. Use taxis, rideshares or public transit for longer journeys. Keep the evening free for dining and a short walk.
Use this day for a museum or monument you have not yet seen, or simply rest before departure. Keep the evening light, and confirm your departure plan with your planner so you have time for check-in.
Check out and travel to the airport for your flight home. Flights are booked separately, and your planner can suggest suitable departure timings. Allow extra time for traffic and check-in.
Budget guide
USA costs are generally moderate to high for Indian travellers. Hotels, domestic transport, food and attraction tickets are the biggest costs. New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles usually cost more than smaller cities. Late January to early March and mid-September to early November can be more affordable for flights and hotels. Read more in USA trip cost.
FAQs
Quick answers to what travellers ask before booking a USA trip. Ask your trip expert anything else.
The USA is large, so trip length depends on how many regions you visit. Our packages run nine or ten nights and cover one or two regions each. Trying to cover several regions in one short trip usually means a rushed pace.
Spring, from late March to May, and fall, from September to early November, suit most of the country. Summer is hot in many places but suits beaches and high-country parks. Winter is cold in the North and snowy in the mountain states, so plan by region.
We do not hold verified entry rules for Indian passport holders in this guide, so we do not state them here. Confirm the current requirement with the official source before you pay for flights or hotels. Visa assistance is included in our packages, but visa fees are separate.
No. Our packages are land-only, so flights are booked separately. Indian travellers often connect through Gulf, European or East Asian hubs to reach major US cities. Our planners can help you choose a suitable arrival airport and connection.
Common one-stop entry points include New York (JFK and Newark), Chicago (ORD), San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), Washington Dulles (IAD), Seattle (SEA) and Atlanta (ATL). The right choice depends on your final destination, your airline and any visa or transit preferences.
In major cities, subways, commuter rail, buses, rideshares and taxis work well. Outside major cities, a rental car is often easiest, especially in the West, because intercity public transport can be limited. Our packages include sightseeing as per the itinerary.
The USA is generally safe for most tourists when normal city precautions apply. Watch for petty theft in busy areas, transit hubs and around rental cars. Weather risks also matter, such as hurricanes on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts and wildfire smoke in the West.
English is the main language, and in major tourist areas you can usually travel comfortably with English alone. Spanish is also widely used in many states and cities, especially in the Southwest and Florida.
Costs are generally moderate to high, mainly for hotels, domestic transport, food and attractions. Prices are higher in New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Shoulder seasons, such as late spring and early fall, often balance weather and cost well.
Canada and Alaska have their own pages. See our [Canada tour packages](/canada-tour-packages/) and [Alaska tour packages](/alaska-tour-packages/). Ask our planners whether a combined trip suits your dates and route.
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