Travel documentaries
Ottoman Empire by Train
After exploring the mysteries of Ancient Egypt, Alice Roberts takes to the railways again to explore a more challenging and mysterious empire. The scale of the Ottoman Empire spanned three continents, over 70 countries and lasted 600 years. Alice starts her journey near the Syrian border, traversing Turkey before entering the Balkans and finishing up at the empire’s westernmost point, Budapest.
Britain's Railway Empire in Colour
To mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of rail, the extraordinary story of how Britain gave railways to the world is explored. From the first experiments with steam trains, to the exporting of this new technology around the globe, newly colorized footage reveals its impact. Leading experts, including TikTok trainspotter Francis Bourgeois, discuss this transport revolution.
Extraordinary Escapes
Broadcaster, comedian and British national treasure Sandi Toksvig explores the delights of the UK’s wildest, most remote and beautifully designed vacation destinations. She’s accompanied by some of the nation’s most fascinating and funny women including Alison Steadman, Jessica Hynes and Prue Leith. Together they visit unique holiday homes in some of Britain’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Rob and Rylan's Grand Tour
Rob Rinder and Rylan are setting off on their own Grand Tour. The pair are TV celebrities, friends and men who love the finer things in life. Now they’re going to discover the greatest art treasures in Italy, finding out more about themselves along the way. They follow in the footsteps of Lord Byron, immersing themselves in the art, culture and bad behavior of historic Brits abroad.
Ancient Greece by Train
The Ancient Greeks helped create democracy, art, science and medicine and continue to have an influence on our modern lives. Professor Alice Roberts takes to the railways of Greece and Turkey to learn about Ancient Greek civilization. Beginning her journey in Thessaloniki she travels down the Aegean Coast stopping at jaw-dropping sites like Delphi, before exploring Athens and Corinth.
