Cusco’s hot springs — Lares, Cocalmayo, Aguas Calientes itself — are a decent counterpoint to the altitude and the hiking. The thermal baths tap mineral-rich water from the volcanic bedrock, and most sit at a few thousand metres with views across the surrounding ridges.
The views depend on the spring: Cocalmayo overlooks the Urubamba river in a cloud-forest valley; Lares sits in open Andean grassland with snow-capped peaks on the horizon. Both are a few hours from Cusco by road, which makes them a half-day trip rather than an afternoon excursion.
Peruways handles the transport and the entry fees as a package. Private driver, licensed guide, and the timing is set so you’re not sharing the pools with a tour group that just arrived.
Plan a hot-spring day with Peruways. Visit Peruways for the current options and prices — a soak after Rainbow Mountain or Machu Picchu is well worth building in.
