Race Across the World has quickly become a favourite in households across the UK, inspiring travellers with its epic journeys through extraordinary countries, dramatic landscapes and unexpected encounters along the way.

While most of us won’t be racing across continents with limited cash and no phones anytime soon, the spirit of the adventure is something you can absolutely recreate for yourself - we might even throw in an experienced guide here and there.

Whether you’re drawn to sun-kissed Mediterranean coastlines, remote mountain trails or vast frozen wildernesses, there are countless ways to follow in the footsteps of the show. You might choose a single adventure, combine a couple of journeys together or simply take inspiration from one unforgettable destination.

With that in mind, we’ve picked nine KE adventures inspired by the landscapes, cultures and spirit of Race Across the World - allowing you to build your own version of the journey, entirely at your own pace.

What better way to kick off the adventure than along the sun-kissed coastlines of Europe, settling into a relaxed but purposeful rhythm as winding trails ease you into the journey ahead.

You might begin your journey in Italy, where our Walking Sicily & The Aeolian Islands adventure showcases the very best of the region’s history, geology, warm hospitality and exquisite walking. With its wonderful blend of medieval charm, colourful streets and vibrant atmosphere, this is far more than your average walking holiday. Spend evenings sipping delicious vino rosso in local wineries before watching dramatic volcanic eruptions light up the night sky from the magnificent Stromboli - the perfect opening chapter to your adventure.

Perhaps your version of the race leads you east towards Greece, where walking boots are swapped for wheels on Cycling on Kefalonia. Scattered with idyllic fishing villages, olive groves and dramatic coastal roads, the island offers a slower pace of adventure, balanced perfectly with pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters ready to soothe tired legs. As the setting of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, Kefalonia, this picturesque destination really makes this stage of the race special.

For travellers wanting to continue their Mediterranean adventure, Turkey offers the perfect next chapter with the eastern section of The Lycian Way. Steeped in history, with ancient ruins, hilltop castles and trails that trace the turquoise coastline, this is where the race begins to feel more adventurous. Fragrant pine forests give way to bustling harbours and deserted beaches, creating a walking experience that feels both timeless and thrilling.

Beyond the Mediterranean, the adventure can take a very different turn. The coastlines fade, the mountains rise and the journey starts to venture far beyond the familiar…

For those looking to venture further from the familiar, Georgia offers the first true wild card destination. The familiar Mediterranean coastlines give way to something far more rugged and dramatic.

On our Trekking in Georgia and the High Caucasus, the journey begins to feel wilder. You’ll cross open ridgelines with far-reaching views, including unforgettable glimpses of Mount Kazbek, Georgia’s highest peak. Trails lead through flower-filled pastures, steep-sided forest valleys and remote medieval villages that feel untouched by time. This is the perfect choice for travellers wanting to swap relaxed coastal exploration for a true mountain adventure - a landscape that feels raw, remote and wonderfully unpredictable.

For travellers craving true remoteness, this is where the map opens out completely. The journey moves into vast landscapes with fewer travellers, greater distances and bigger logistics - a true remote wilderness where the race begins to feel like a genuine expedition.

You could step fully off the beaten track in Kazakhstan on our Celestial Mountains Snow Leopard Trek, venturing deep into the remote Tien Shan range in search of the elusive snow leopard. Crossing six high passes along ancient caravan routes beneath snow-capped peaks, you’ll trek through some of Central Asia’s wildest scenery before camping beside crystal-clear alpine lakes far from the modern world.

Kazakhstan has far more to reveal on our Mountains and Deserts of Kazakhstan adventure, the landscapes shift dramatically from the icy beauty of the Tien Shan to the fiery red rock of Charyn Canyon, the vibrant streets of Almaty and the vast open grasslands of the Assy Plateau, where nomadic communities still live in traditional yurts beneath huge open skies. Further east, the striking multi-coloured Aktau Mountains feel almost otherworldly - the kind of place that makes you stop and wonder just how far the race has carried you.

For those wanting to venture even deeper into Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan offers another extraordinary chapter of the journey on the spectacular Mountains and Lakes of Kyrgyzstan - often known as the “Mountains of Heaven.” This is adventure stripped back to its purest form. Stay in traditional yurts, learn about nomadic ways of life from local communities and sleep beneath star-filled skies beside remote mountain lakes. After long days on the trail, there’s even time to soak tired legs in natural hot springs - the perfect way to pause before deciding where the adventure leads next.

If your ideal adventure leans more towards culture and history, the Silk Road offers a completely different pace of travel. A shift away from remote wilderness and high mountain crossings into a different kind of navigation altogether: one shaped by history, culture and archaeological wonder.

In Uzbekistan, our Samarkand and the Silk Road adventure reveals the heart of Central Asia’s most legendary trade route. This is a journey through some of the most richly decorated cities in the world, where turquoise domes, intricate mosaic tilework and grand Silk Road monuments tell stories shaped over centuries.

Away from the cities, the pace softens further. the pace softens. Gentle mountain walks and time spent with local shepherd communities offer a quieter perspective on this remarkable region, including the chance to experience traditional nomadic life with evenings in yurts beneath vast open skies.

It’s an ideal choice for travellers wanting to combine cultural discovery with gentle adventure that allows you to truly absorb the depth of the Silk Road’s history.

Whether you choose a single chapter or combine several adventures together, the beauty of creating your own Race Across the World lies in shaping the journey entirely around you. You might follow the Mediterranean coastline, head straight for the mountains of Central Asia or lose yourself in the history of the Silk Road - the route is yours to build.