Season 1 (2010)

China
8.3

September 23, 2010 • 43m

Karl Pilkington's journey begins in the Far East. As well as casting his verdict on The Great Wall of China, he immerses himself i...Read more

India
8.6

September 30, 2010 • 43m

Karl travels to India and gives own unique verdict on its ancient customs and vibrant culture.

Jordan
8.2

October 7, 2010 • 42m

This week, Karl Pilkington's voyage takes him to Petra in Jordan, by way of Israel. What will he make of the 'rose-red city half as old as time'?

Mexico
8.0

October 14, 2010 • 43m

Karl travels to Mexico where he pays a visit to Chichen Itza. He also tries his hand at wrestling, learns how to become a cowboy, ...Read more

Egypt
7.8

October 21, 2010 • 43m

Karl Pilkington's journey continues in Egypt, where Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant have arranged for him to sample the local c...Read more

Brazil
7.8

October 28, 2010 • 42m

Tag along with Karl Pilkington as he takes up temporary residence in Rio de Janeiro. On his way to Christ the Redeemer, he experie...Read more

Peru
8.2

November 4, 2010 • 44m

Reluctant explorer Karl Pilkington visits Peru, where he is unhappy with the Amazon jungle's toilet arrangements, and fails to imp...Read more

Karl Comes Home: The Debrief
8.0

November 11, 2010 • 43m

Reluctant globetrotter Karl Pilkington is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant to reflect on his journeys to the seven...Read more