Trip Highlights
Hike the legendary final stretch of the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu through cloud forest and enter the ancient citadel through the Sun Gate.
Explore Pisac, Moray, and Maras, kayak Huaypo Lake, and stay in luxury Andean resorts surrounded by the breathtaking mountain scenery of the Sacred Valley
Discover Lima's vibrant coastal neighborhoods, ancient archaeological sites, and Peru’s world-renowned food scene.
Walk ancient Inca pathways, visit major archaeological sites such as Sacsayhuamán, and experience the historic heart of the Inca Empire in Cusco.
This Continuing Medical Education (CME) course in Wilderness and Travel Medicine combines luxury travel, cultural immersion, and adventure while exploring Peru’s most iconic destinations including Lima, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu, and Cusco.
Begin in Lima, where you’ll explore the colorful neighborhoods of Miraflores and Barranco, discover ancient archaeological sites, and experience Peru’s renowned culinary culture. Continue into the Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting traditional villages, the Pisac market, Moray, and the Maras salt mines while surrounded by breathtaking Andean scenery.
Adventure highlights include kayaking on Huaypo Lake and hiking the final stretch of the legendary Inca Trail into Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Spend the night near the ancient citadel before returning the next day to further explore this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site and optionally hike Huayna Picchu.
The journey concludes in historic Cusco, where guests explore important Inca archaeological sites while Wilderness Medicine CME seminars are typically held in the afternoons or evenings before dinner.
Itinerary Snapshot
Deluxe Peru: Lima, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Wilderness Medicine CME
DAY 1-2: Lima Arrive in Lima, South America’s culinary capital. Enjoy optional coastal biking through Barranco and Miraflores, then dive into history with Huaca Pucllana, the Larco Museum (lunch included), and Lima’s UNESCO-listed historic center, including Casa de Aliaga.
DAY 3-4: Sacred Valley Fly to Cusco and descend into the Sacred Valley. Browse the colorful Pisac market, enjoy a welcome lunch at Hacienda Huayoccari, kayak Huaypo Lagoon, and explore the fascinating Moray terraces and Maras salt mines.
Day 5-6: Inca Trail & Machu Picchu Hike the final stretch of the Inca Trail, entering Machu Picchu through the Sun Gate. Explore the iconic citadel, with optional climbs of Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, then return to Cusco aboard the scenic Vistadome train.
Day 7: Cusco Visit Sacsayhuamán and Qenqo, then walk the last section of the ancient Inca Road into Cusco. Afternoon at leisure to explore or relax.
Day 8: Departure Transfer to the airport, departing with unforgettable memories of Peru’s culture, history, and landscapes.
Dates & Pricing
Our trips typically sell out, so we recommend booking early to secure your spot. Prices are based on double occupancy.
Trips include: All transfers, all lodging, guided trek, and most meals.
Trips do not include: Flights
September 19 - 26, 2027
$6,500 per person
$789 Optional CME Cost
(16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™)
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Testimonials From Your Colleagues
"This was a trip of a lifetime - excellent combination of medical education and education regarding the history, politics and culture of the region, botany and architecture. The hiking was superb, the food on the trail an unexpected pleasure, and the guides managed our time on the Inca Trail in such a way that we felt we were the only hikers on any given day."
Heidi Green, MD
"Absolutely the best meeting I have ever attended. Extremely useful information for any physician regardless of the ¬specialty. The talks were inspirational and motivating, and the ¬activities were icing on the cake."
John McAnulty, MD, Madison, WI.
"The CME trip to Peru was fantastic. Everything went smoothly. Piero (the head guide) is a superstar! He really looked out for the health and safety of everyone on the trip. This was definitely 5 star "first class" adventure travel."
Robert Derlet, MD
COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES
- Altitude Illness
- Hypothermia
- Frostbite and Other Cold Injuries
- Environmental Heat Illness
- Traveler's Diarrhea, Giardia & Other Waterborne Wilderness Infections
- Surviving the Unexpected Night Out
- Lightning Injuries
- Improvised Medical and Trauma Care
- Management of Fractures and Dislocations
- Preparing for Foreign Travel
- Backcountry Medical Kits
- Wilderness Wound Management
- Patient Assessment in Wilderness Settings
- Wilderness Dermatology
- Marine Hazards & Envenomations
- Snake Envenomation
CME ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
"This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Center for Emergency Medical Education and Wilderness and Travel Medicine. The Center for Emergency Medical Education is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians."
The Center for Emergency Medical Education designates this live activity for a maximum of
16 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This trip is planned, outfitted and conducted by Bio Bio Expeditions, or subcontractors arranged by Bio Bio Expeditions. Please note that Wilderness and Travel Medicine, LLC is responsible for the CME Educational content only. Wilderness and Travel Medicine reserves the right to change or substitute the faculty for any CME course without advance or prior notice to participants.
For more information or to register for this trip please call
Bio Bio Expeditions at 1-800-246-7238
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Skills Course Rafting & Mt. Shasta
June 7 - 12, 2026
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Big Sky Resort, MT
July 25 - 29, 2026
Deluxe African Safari: Zimbabwe
Aug 29 - Sept 8, 2026
Aug 30 - Sept 9, 2026
Middle Fork of the Salmon Rafting
Sept 1-6, 2026
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Sept 21 - Oct 5, 2026
Sept 22 - Oct 3, 2026
Fly Fishing for All Levels - Northern California
Oct 11 - 16, 2026
Oct 11 - 24, 2026
Jan 16 - 23, 2027
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Big Sky Ski Resort, MT
Feb 20 - 24, 2027
Japan Ski & Snowboard Adventure
Jan 25 - Feb 1, 2027
Japan Ski & Snowboard Adventure
Feb 4 - 11, 2027
March 14 - 21, 2027
Apr 19 - 29, 2027
April 25 - May 9, 2027
May 2 - 11, 2027
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Santa Fe, NM
June 2 - 6, 2027
Skills Course Rafting & Mt. Shasta
June 7 - 14, 2027
June 11 - 19, 2027
National Conference on Wilderness Medicine: Big Sky Resort, MT
July 24 - 28, 2027
Deluxe African Safari: Zimbabwe
July 29 - Aug 8, 2027
Aug. 29 - Sept. 8, 2027
Aug. 29 - Sept. 6, 2027
Middle Fork of the Salmon Rafting
Sept 1-6, 2027
Sept 7 - 15, 2027
Deluxe Peru: Lima, Sacred Valley & Machu Picchu
Sept 19 - 29, 2027
Sept 21 - Oct 5, 2027
Oct 31 - Nov 10, 2027
Oct 10 - 23, 2027
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Sept 28 - Oct 8, 2028





