Beginning in Java's royal city, Yogyakarta, Michael Portillo visits the Sultan's Palace and witnesses the ancient art of shadow puppetry, known as wayang. Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]
In the heaving megacity of Jakarta, Michael Portillo uncovers Indonesia's colonial past as part of a Dutch empire and its rich history as a port. Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]
Michael Portillo steps into the ring under the guidance of champion trainer Master Toddy to learn muay Thai boxing. Can he perfect the cobra-inspired right hook? Also in HD. [S,AD,SL]
In Kuala Lumpur, Michael tries the ancient art of pewter smithing and learns how the discovery of tin transformed a muddy estuary into Malaysia's thriving capital. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Beginning in Java's royal city, Yogyakarta, Michael Portillo visits the Sultan's Palace and witnesses the ancient art of shadow puppetry, known as wayang. Also in HD. [S,AD]
In the heaving megacity of Jakarta, Michael Portillo uncovers Indonesia's colonial past as part of a Dutch empire and its rich history as a port. Also in HD. [S,AD]
20/20. In Tai Seng, Michael goes underground to marvel at the world's largest subterranean rail depot, where self-driving MRT trains are maintained. Also in HD. [S,AD]
18/20. In Melaka, Malaysia, Michael Portillo tastes the spicy cuisine of the Kristang community, descendants of early 16th-century Portuguese settlers who mixed with local Malays. Also in HD. [S,AD]
17/20. Michael Portillo discovers Kuala Lumpur's 19th-century origins as a tin mine and tries his hand crafting jewellery at the Royal Selangor pewter factory. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Michael Portillo's journey resumes in Kuala Kangsar, where he taps into the source of the lucrative rubber industry that boomed at the time of his 1913 Bradshaw's Guide. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Michael Portillo's rail tour of south east Asia reaches Malaysia, and on the island of Penang, Michael traces the origins of the former British colony in Georgetown. Also in HD. [S,AD]
In the mountainous interior of Java, Michael discovers how coffee was first brought to the island for cultivation and learns about production today. Also in HD. [S,AD]
In Java's royal city, Yogyakarta, Michael visits the Sultan's palace and admires the ancient art of shadow puppetry known as wayang. Also in HD. [S,AD]
In the heaving city of Jakarta, Michael uncovers Indonesia's Dutch colonial past and its rich history as a port, but discovers that the future is uncertain. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Leaving what locals still call Saigon, Michael heads to the fishing port of Phan Thiet, where he learns how to make Vietnam's signature fish sauce. Also in HD. [S,AD]
In Bangkok, Michael learns how in the 19th century King Rama V introduced railways to his country. He discovers that the king's love of steam engines was inspired by Queen Victoria. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Michael Portillo continues his rail journey through Thailand from Lampang, stopping to help at an elephant hospital, where they care for animals wounded by landmines. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Michael Portillo embarks on a four-part rail adventure through Thailand. Michael tries his hand at the art of umbrella making and learns about northern Thai cookery. Also in HD. [S,AD]
Michael Portillo continues his exploration of Hong Kong. In Wan Chai, he discovers why Hong Kongers are protesting all over the city and asks them about their hopes and fears. Also in HD. [S,AD]