Travel documentaries
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.
Secret Amazon: Into the Wild
British explorer Lucy Shepherd and her indigenous team embark on a 50-day expedition to traverse the Amazon rainforest on foot. It’s a journey that many believe is impossible to make and fraught with peril. Facing relentless dangers, from the ever-changing environmental conditions to predators such as venomous snakes and black caimans, the team must co-exist with the jungle to survive.
Rick Stein's Road to Mexico
It was 1968, and having heard the Mamas and Papas’ California Dreaming, beloved British chef Rick Stein had a dream. He was filled with a desire to embark on his own road trip down the Pacific Coast Highway to the Mexican border and beyond. Nearly 50 years later, he’s back to retrace his steps, traveling from California to the Yucatan Peninsula enjoying delicious food along the way.
Ice Town: Life on the Edge
Located in the Arctic Circle halfway between Norway and Greenland, Longyearbyenon Svalbard is the world’s most northern town. It’s also the most extreme. 2,000 people from around the world have made this place their home. This fascinating documentary follows the lives of the unique characters who have chosen to live 4 months in darkness and 4 months in constant daylight.