Race Across the World S2
BBC Earth
In Kuala Lumpur, Michael tries the ancient art of pewter smithing.
Michael releases exotic specimens at Malaysia's first butterfly sanctuary.
In Yogyakarta, Michael visits the Sultan's Palace and sees some shadow puppetry.
In Jakarta, Michael uncovers Indonesia's colonial past as part of a Dutch empire.
Michael meets milliner Mrs Ngo, who teaches him how to make the iconic conical hat.
Michael Portillo boards Vietnam's spectacular Unification Railway.
Michael continues his exploration of Thailand, steered by his 1913 Bradshaw's guide.
Arriving in Thailand, Michael starts at the walled and moated city of Chiang Mai.
Michael begins in Hong Kong, with railway highlights including the Mass Transit System.