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1. 1 China Karl Pilkington's journey begins in the Far East. As well as casting his verdict on The Great Wall of China, he immerses himself in the culture with laugh-out-loud results. Sep 23, 2010 43m
2. 2 India Karl travels to India and gives own unique verdict on its ancient customs and vibrant culture. Sep 30, 2010 43m
3. 3 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 city half as old as time'? Oct 7, 2010 42m
4. 4 Mexico 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, and hunts for a Mexican jumping bean. Oct 14, 2010 43m
5. 5 Egypt Karl Pilkington's journey continues in Egypt, where Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant have arranged for him to sample the local culture. He tastes delicacies including rabbit mea… Oct 21, 2010 43m
6. 6 Brazil Tag along with Karl Pilkington as he takes up temporary residence in Rio de Janeiro. On his way to Christ the Redeemer, he experiences a back wax and Brazil's famous beaches. Oct 28, 2010 42m
7. 7 Peru Reluctant explorer Karl Pilkington visits Peru, where he is unhappy with the Amazon jungle's toilet arrangements, and fails to impress a local tribe with his hunting skills. Armin… Nov 4, 2010 44m
8. 8 Karl Comes Home: The Debrief Reluctant globetrotter Karl Pilkington is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant to reflect on his journeys to the seven wonders of the modern world, considering whether… Nov 11, 2010 43m

1. 1 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 island. Sep 23, 2011 43m
2. 2 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 trip. Sep 30, 2011 43m
3. 3 Dolphin Swim Karl gets the chance to swim with some dolphins but with Ricky and Steve as the holiday planners there are a few surprises. Oct 7, 2011 43m
4. 4 Whale Watching Karl isn’t really prepared for the arctic conditions in Alaska. Ricky and Steve have also planned some dog sledding, a meeting with Innuits and a visit to the North Pole. When Kar… Oct 14, 2011 42m
5. 5 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’s been there on holiday he heard it was alright. Ricky and St… Oct 21, 2011 43m
6. 6 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. Along the way they want him join a high school choir, han… Oct 28, 2011 42m
7. 7 Climb Mount Fuji Karl’s last “thing to do” is seeing Japan’s most spiritual destination: Mount Fuji. On arrival in Japan Karl gets lost in Tokyo. Ricky and Steve put him up in a ‘capsule’ hotel, s… Nov 4, 2011 43m
8. 8 Karl Comes Home Karl is reunited with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant after returning home and he reflects on his experiences. There are also a few surprises. Nov 11, 2011 44m

1. 1 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 Venice. Nov 30, 2012 43m
2. 2 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 trumped after Karl experiences his first holiday highlight. Dec 7, 2012 43m
3. 3 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 the series ends on a high. Dec 14, 2012 43m

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