Michael Palin: Travels of a Lifetime — Season 1
About this season
Michael Palin revisits his first four TV travel documentaries. He draws on his personal archive of audio recordings and diary notebooks, and reflects on how he became a seasoned global traveller. Featuring contributions from fans and friends, including David Attenborough, Joanna Lumley and Simon Reeve.
Episodes (4)
1. Around the World in 80 Days (1989)
Aired 4 October 2020 • 59 min
Michael Palin revisits his first groundbreaking travel series, and fans, including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley, reflect on his achievement.
2. Pole to Pole (1992)
Aired 11 October 2020 • 59 min
Michael Palin revisits his second travel series – an ambitious trip from pole to pole. Fans including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley reflect on his achievements.
3. Full Circle (1997)
Aired 18 October 2020 • 59 min
Michael Palin revisits his third travel series – an epic trip around the Pacific Rim. Fans including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley reflect on his achievement.
4. Sahara (2002)
Aired 25 October 2020 • 59 min
Michael Palin revisits his fourth travel series – a journey to explore the Sahara Desert. Fans including Sir David Attenborough and Joanna Lumley reflect on his achievement.