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Everyone's favourite travel programme is back and we couldn't be more excited as this time it's in Wendy Wu Tours' backyard - Asia!

As the new series of Race Across the World hits screens, viewers will watch teams dash across Asia from the Great Wall of China to the southern tip of India with no phones, limited funds, and zero comfort.

Check in with the Wu Crew Every Thursday

Drop by here every Thursday after the show for a round up of the best bits and the best tour to hit the highlights. You can also keep up to date with all the places the contestants visit with our detailed episode guide and find out how you can travel there in style with Wendy Wu Tours. Discover more.

Please note Wendy Wu Tours are not affiliated with the BBC or the Race Across the World programme...We're just HUUUUGE Fans!

Week 1 – Wednesday 23 April, 2025

Huanghuacheng → Huangling

Having checked in at the Great Wall's Huanghuacheng section, the race began in earnest with teams setting off south across China to the ancient cliffside village of Huangling, nestled in Jiangxi Province. Over the first leg, racers navigated vast distances, historic cities, and cultural contrasts—from ancient alleyways in Beijing to bullet train journeys through the heart of the country. Sisters Elizabeth & Letitia capitalised on language skills to arrive first, while others wrestled with logistics, worked side gigs, and overcame emotional hurdles.

If their journey sparked your curiosity, our Wonders of China tour offers a deeper dive into the same rich landscapes and cultural treasures. Over 16 days, you'll trace a route from Beijing to Shanghai, walk the Great Wall, stand before the Terracotta Warriors, and cruise through the dramatic scenery of the Yangtze River—experiencing China’s most iconic wonders with expert guides every step of the way.

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Place to visit: UK - Beijing (3N) - Xi'an (2N) - Yangtze River Cruise (4N) - Guilin (2N) - Yangshuo (1N) - Shanghai (2N) - UK
Amazing experience: Great Wall Warriors in Xian Yangtze River Cruise Li River and Yangshuo Bustling Shanghai
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Race Across Asia Special

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Inspired by the show? Why not explore Asia your own way — no stress, no rush. Book one of our award-winning tours through China or India and take advantage of our special show offer:

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Week 8 – Jakarta to Lombok, Indonesia: Thursday 29th May 3pm

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Place to visit: Kuching (4N) - Sri Aman (2N) - Kota Kinabalu (4N) - Sepilok (1N) - Kinabatangan River (2N)
Amazing experience: Kuching Orangutans Iban Longhouse Kota Kinabalu Kinabatangan Cruise
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Jakarta to Lombok, Indonesia

After racing nearly 14,000 kilometres over seven weeks and through seven countries, it’s all come down to 12 minutes. That’s all that separates the first two teams as they embark on the final leg of their Race Across the World from Jakarta to Lombok, where a prize of £20,000 awaits the winning team.

Check in with our panel as they discuss the nail biting final!

Best of Borneo

Not quite Sumatra, but just as lush and remote - and also one of the best places to see orangtuan in the wild. And there's no need to worry about how you're getting around on a Wendy Wu tour! An island of unchartered jungles and tribal culture, a Borneo holiday exudes adventure! Discover 'headhunter' heritage, see a wealth of wildlife, delve deep into nature and meet the beautiful orangutans of Sabah and Sarawak on this incredible itinerary.

Past Episodes

Week 1 - Japan

Week one saw the teams racing from Sapporo, the capital city of Hokkaido, over 1,600 kilometers south to the ancient capital of Nara. with multiple routes to choose from, a huge language barrier to oevrcome and travelling through one of the most expensive countries in the world, this week really tested the teams skills, ingenuity and determination.

Week 2 - Japan to South Korea

Week two saw the teams crossing their first border into South Korea and travelling the length of the country to reach the second checkpoint in the seaside town of Sokcho. In the Wu Crew Jimmy is not happy with someone's queue jumping and Jen thinks Brydie and Sharon need to get a move on!

Week 3 - Vietnam to Cambodia

The teams enter Southeast Asia for the first time, starting the third leg from the chaotic Vietnamese capital Hanoi. They must race over 2,000km through Vietnam and into the Kingdom of Cambodia to reach one of the fastest-developing cities in South East Asia – Phnom Penh.

Week 4 - Cambodia to Thailand

This week the teams are starting from the third checkpoint in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. From here they must travel 1,400 kilometres through Thailand, one of the most visited countries in the world, to the Shan Highland that straddle the Thai-Myanmar border, where the fourth checkpoint is situated in the sleepy mountain town of Mae Sariang. 

Week 5 - Mae Sariang to Koh Phi Phi, Thailand

On this week's vert scenic episode, our racers navigated the full length of Thailand to reach the next checkpoint - Koh Phi Phi -  immortalised by the Hollywood blockbuster movie The Beach. Our panel discuss the challenge of getting to Bangkok with very limited transport - and their thoughts on how the various teams tackled this. They also discuss their favourite Thailand highlights that were missed, trains travel in Southeast Asia - and of course their new (and old!) hot favourites to win! 

Week 6 – Koh Phi Phi, Thailand to Bukittinggi, Indonesia

After enjoying the tranquillity of the paradise islands of Koh Phi Phi, the teams leave Thailand behind to embark on a 2,000km journey across Malaysia to the rarely visited Indonesian island of Sumatra, where the sixth checkpoint lies in the mountain-fringed city of Bukittinggi. Our intrepid duos decide between island hopping via Koh Lipe or returning to the Thai mainland to make the most of cheap and frequent transport links down the Malay peninsula. 

Week 7 – Bukittinggi to Jakarta, Indonesia

The populous, rarely-visited Indonesian island of Sumatra remains one of the wildest and most unexplored places on Earth, covered with dense rainforest sheltering rare and endangered wildlife. Travelling through, our teams faced their greatest challenges yet with an ad-hoc transport system, limited accommodation options and virtually zero English spoken. How did they fare? Find our what our panel thought of their efforts!

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