22 days in Ecuador 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.

Quito is known for museums, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania, explore the world behind art at La Capilla Del Hombre, take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica del Voto Nacional, and make a trip to Mitad Del Mundo.

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Copenhagen, Denmark to Quito is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Ecuador Time is minus 6 hours. In January, Quito is much warmer than Copenhagen - with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to drive to Quilotoa.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Tue): get great views at Shalala Lodge and then contemplate the waterfront views at Laguna Quilotoa.

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You can drive from Quito to Quilotoa in 3.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Banos.

A trip to Banos, a relatively small town in the picturesque Andean highlands, ensures plenty of chances for outdoor activities like horseback riding, hiking, climbing, canyoning, and mountain biking.

On the 25th (Wed), learn more about the world around you at Museo Fray Enrique Mideros, then make a trip to La Casa del Arbol, then stop by Mundo Verde, and finally admire the sheer force of Cascada EL Pailon.

To see photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Banos online travel planner.

Traveling by car from Quilotoa to Banos takes 3 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can go by car to Cuenca.

Packed with impressive colonial architecture and a historic town center, Cuenca stands as perhaps the most charming city in the nation.

On the 26th (Thu), view the masterpieces at Homero Ortega, then explore the striking landscape of El Cajas National Park, then steep yourself in history at Museo Catedral Vieja, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Inmaculada Concepción Cathedral.

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You can drive from Banos to Cuenca in 5.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can travel to Puerto Villamil.

Located in the southeast of Isla Isabela, Puerto Villamil is home to the majority of the island's 2,200 inhabitants.

Puerto Villamil is known for nature, parks, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Los Tuneles, head off the coast to Turtle Island, make a trip to The Wall of Tears, and relax and rejuvenate at La Playita.

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Getting from Cuenca to Puerto Villamil by combination of taxi and flight takes about 7.5 hours. The time zone changes from Ecuador Time to Galapagos Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) to allow time to ride a ferry to Puerto Ayora.

The largest settlement in the Galapagos, Puerto Ayora offers visitors to the islands an array of facilities and things to do.

Puerto Ayora is known for parks, wildlife, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at Charles Darwin Research Station, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de los Alemanes, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Traveling by ferry from Puerto Villamil to Puerto Ayora takes 3.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Galapagos Time to Ecuador Time is 1 hour. In January, daily temperatures in Puerto Ayora can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Fri) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

The capital of the Galapagos Islands, Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is located on easternmost island of the archipelago, San Cristobal.

Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is known for sightseeing, wildlife, and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on nature at Interpretation Center, head off the coast to Isla Lobos, tour the pleasant surroundings at Playa Punta Carola, and don't miss a visit to Kicker Rock.

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Traveling by ferry from Puerto Ayora to Puerto Baquerizo Moreno takes 3.5 hours. In February, daily temperatures in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to fly to Guayaquil.

Hills dotted with colorful houses and waterfront promenades typify Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and commercial center.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Museum of Anthropology and Contemporary Art, visit Las Penas, and then wander the streets of Cerro Santa Ana. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Presley Norton Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from La Perla, then take a leisurely stroll along Malecon 2000, and finally stroll around Parque Seminario.

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Fly from Puerto Baquerizo Moreno to Guayaquil in 4 hours. In February, daily temperatures in Guayaquil can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.