Seasons & Episodes
China
Karl Pilkington's journey begins in the Far East. As well as casting his verdict on The Great Wall of China, he immerses
India
Karl travels to India and gives own unique verdict on its ancient customs and vibrant culture.
Jordan
This week, Karl Pilkington's voyage takes him to Petra in Jordan, by way of Israel. What will he make of the 'rose-red c
Mexico
Karl travels to Mexico where he pays a visit to Chichen Itza. He also tries his hand at wrestling, learns how to become
Egypt
Karl Pilkington's journey continues in Egypt, where Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant have arranged for him to sample t
Brazil
Tag along with Karl Pilkington as he takes up temporary residence in Rio de Janeiro. On his way to Christ the Redeemer,
Peru
Reluctant explorer Karl Pilkington visits Peru, where he is unhappy with the Amazon jungle's toilet arrangements, and fa
Karl Comes Home: The Debrief
Reluctant globetrotter Karl Pilkington is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant to reflect on his journeys to
Desert Island
Karl makes his way through the 'Bucket List' that has been created. First up he ends up spending a a night on a private
Trans-Siberian Express
Karl takes a trip on the Trans-Siberian Express. He is expecting luxury, but Ricky and Steve have other ideas for the tr
Dolphin Swim
Karl gets the chance to swim with some dolphins but with Ricky and Steve as the holiday planners there are a few surpris
Whale Watching
Karl isn’t really prepared for the arctic conditions in Alaska. Ricky and Steve have also planned some dog sledding, a
Meet a Gorilla
Karl heads of to Africa to go meet a Gorilla. Before he travels to Uganda, Karl agreed to start in South Africa as he’
Route 66
Karl wants to drive along the legendary Route 66 in the USA in an open top Cadillac but Ricky and Steve have other ideas
Climb Mount Fuji
Karl’s last “thing to do” is seeing Japan’s most spiritual destination: Mount Fuji. On arrival in Japan Karl get
Karl Comes Home
Karl is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant after returning home and he reflects on his experiences. There
The Short Way Round: Venice
Karl is joined by Warwick Davis as they attempt to follow in the footsteps of Marco Polo. They begin their adventure in
The Short Way Round: India
Karl and Warwick's journey continues as they make their way to India. Laughing yoga and parts in a Bollywood film are tr
The Short Way Round: China
It's the final part of the journey as Karl and Warwick get ready to make their way to China. A surprise makes sure that
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