Pole to Pole

Michael Palin undertakes an epic journey of 23,000 miles, travelling from the North to the South Pole across 17 countries with a minimum of air travel, all on a tight deadline.

1. Cold Start (49 mins)

8. Bitter End

Michael is forced to abandon his plans and seek alternatives in the last stretch.

49 mins

7. Evil Shadow

Zambia brings dark tidings and a debilitating accident for Michael.

49 mins

6. Plains and Boats and Trains

After his struggles in Sudan, Michael makes it past the equator on day 97 of his trek.

49 mins

5. Crossing the Line

Exhausted by the African leg of their journey, the team limps on to Kenya.

49 mins

4. Shifting Sands

A civil war stops Michael's journey through Sudan before an alternative is found.

49 mins

3. Mediterranean Maze

From Turkey to Egypt via Greece and Cyprus, Michael explores the Mediterranean.

49 mins

2. Russian Steps

Michael arrives in Leningrad and makes his way across the Soviet Union.

49 mins

1. Cold Start

Michael touches down at the North Pole as he starts his journey south.

49 mins