5 days in Quito & Machu Picchu Itinerary

High in the Andean foothills, Quito remains one of the world's most photogenic capital cities, featuring two dramatic mountain ranges as its backdrop.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): look for gifts at La Mundial Custom Boots, then deepen your understanding at La Ronda, then admire the striking features of Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Quito Old Town. On the next day, admire the striking features of Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, take an in-depth tour of Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila, don't miss a visit to Mitad Del Mundo, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica del Voto Nacional, and finally explore the world behind art at La Capilla Del Hombre.

To find maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Quito trip planner.

Guayaquil to Quito is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Guayaquil in August, things will get slightly colder in Quito: highs are around 27°C and lows about 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can travel to Machu Picchu.

A symbol of the Incan civilization, the abandoned city of Machu Picchu represents a must-see on a Peru vacation.

On the next day, contemplate the long history of Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu and then don't miss a visit to Intipuncu.

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Traveling by flight from Quito to Machu Picchu takes 12 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can travel back home.