Example output
Destination: USA
Duration: 3 weeks
Itinerary:
1. New York City, New York (5 days)
Must-Visit Attractions:
Times Square
Central Park
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Broadway Shows
Local Cuisines to Try:
New York-style pizza
Bagels with lox and cream cheese
Street vendor hot dogs
Cheesecake
Unique Experiences:
Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge
Visit the High Line Park
Explore the neighborhoods of Greenwich Village and Williamsburg
2. San Francisco, California (4 days)
Must-Visit Attractions:
Golden Gate Bridge
Alcatraz Island
Fisherman's Wharf
Chinatown
Golden Gate Park
Local Cuisines to Try:
Clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl
Dungeness crab
Mission burrito
Ghirardelli chocolate
Unique Experiences:
Ride a cable car
Explore the Haight-Ashbury district
Visit Muir Woods National Monument
3. New Orleans, Louisiana (4 days)
Must-Visit Attractions:
French Quarter
Jackson Square
St. Louis Cathedral
National WWII Museum
Garden District
Local Cuisines to Try:
Gumbo
Jambalaya
Po'boy sandwiches
Beignets
Unique Experiences:
Listen to live jazz on Frenchmen Street
Take a steamboat cruise on the Mississippi River
4. Chicago, Illinois (3 days)
Must-Visit Attractions:
Millennium Park (The Bean)
Art Institute of Chicago
Navy Pier
Willis Tower Skydeck
Chicago Riverwalk
Local Cuisines to Try:
Deep-dish pizza
Chicago-style hot dogs
Italian beef sandwich
Garrett Popcorn
Unique Experiences:
Architectural boat tour on the Chicago River
Visit the Chicago Blues District
5. Asheville, North Carolina (3 days)
Must-Visit Attractions:
Biltmore Estate
Blue Ridge Parkway
The River Arts District
Pisgah National Forest
Local Cuisines to Try:
Southern BBQ
Biscuits and gravy
Craft beers
Unique Experiences:
Visit local craft breweries
Take a scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Transportation:
Between Cities: Consider a combination of domestic flights and long-distance buses or trains. Look for deals on platforms like Kayak, Skyscanner, or Amtrak.
Within Cities: Utilize public transportation, taxis, or rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. Some cities have bike-sharing programs as well.
Accommodation:
Since you prefer self-catered accommodation, consider booking vacation rentals through platforms like Airbnb or Vrbo. Look for apartments or houses with fully equipped kitchens.
Estimated Budget:
Accommodation: $3,000 (for 20 nights, averaging $150/night)
Transportation: $1,500 (including flights, inter-city transport, and local transportation)
Food and Dining: $1,500 (averaging $50/day)
Activities and Entertainment: $1,000
Miscellaneous and Souvenirs: $500
Total Estimated Budget: $7,500
Please note that this is an estimate and actual expenses may vary based on your preferences and choices during the trip. It's always a good idea to have a contingency fund for unexpected expenses. Enjoy your trip to the USA!