7 days in Quito 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.

Explore Quito's surroundings by going to Cuicocha (in Cotacachi), Cascada de Peguche (in Peguche) and Otavalo Market (in Otavalo). Spend the 15th (Thu) among the fascinating landscape of Cotopaxi National Park. There's much more to do: take an in-depth tour of Museo Templo del Sol Pintor Ortega Maila, admire the striking features of Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco, take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica del Voto Nacional, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.

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If you are flying in from South Africa, the closest major aiports are Mariscal Sucre International Airport and Cotopaxi International Airport. August in Quito sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.