A 7-day driving-only loop through classic American Midwest cities, lakefronts, dunes, river towns, and one very big arch.
National park entry or passes can help if you’re adding extra federal sites
check market/museum opening days before locking meals around them
keep toll money or an electronic toll option ready around Chicago and northern Indiana
Day 4: 5.5h driving — plan rest stops
Day 6: 6h driving — plan rest stops
Day 4: 6h 42m driving — plan rest stops
Day 6: 7h 18m driving — plan rest stops
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