Race Across the World
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S2 E10 · Checkpoint Chongqing, China
About Race Across the World
Race Across the World is a reality TV series that premiered on RTL 4 on March 15, 2023. It has 2 seasons and 16 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 2 Episode 10 "Checkpoint Chongqing, China", aired on October 14, 2026.
Traveling 14,000 km across Latin America without using a plane, a bank card, or a mobile phone, and on a limited budget. It is an adventurous challenge that five Dutch celebrities each paired with a family member or close friend will take on starting Wednesday, March 15, on RTL 4 in the unforgettable adventure series Race Across The World.
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16 episodes · 2 seasons
Season 1
2023 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 3 years ago
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7. Episode 7
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6. Episode 6
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5. Episode 5
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4. Episode 4
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3. Episode 3
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1. Episode 1
Season 2
2026 · 10 episodes · Last episode: 3 weeks ago
In this brand-new season, six Dutch celebrities embark on an extraordinary adventure alongside a family member or close friend. Without using planes, bank cards, or mobile phones and with only a modest budget the duos traverse an impressive route spanning over 14,000 kilometers across Asia. Their mission is clear and compelling: to be the first to reach the southernmost point accessible by land vibrant, exotic Singapore. A journey filled with challenges, surprises, and unforgettable moments awaits them at every new crossroads.
Race Across the World Season 2 release dates →- E10
10. Checkpoint Chongqing, China
The teams are making their way to the checkpoint in the impressive metropolis of Chongqing, located in the heart of China. While facing the challenges of the language barrier, they simultaneously experience rich Chinese culture and extraordinary hospitality. During their journey, they visit iconic sightssuch as the majestic giant pandas and the world-famous Terracotta Army that leave a lasting impression. They traverse the vast landscape on high-speed bullet trains, steadily advancing toward the checkpoint that brings them ever closer to their next destination.
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9. Fifth Leg: Almaty, Kazakhstan to Chongqing, China
With only four teams remaining in the competition, the fifth leg begins today. This leg covers an impressive distance of 3,000 kilometers, stretching from Almaty in Kazakhstan to Chongqing in the People's Republic of China. The participants face an extraordinary challenge: they must navigate their way across this vast country without using a phone, relying solely on a map, pen, and paper. This demands not only physical stamina but also strategic insight and top-tier navigation skills.
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8. Checkpoint Almaty, Kazakhstan
This is a crucial moment for the five teams. Their route takes them from Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to Almaty, Kazakhstan—a leg that could determine whether they stay in the race. The team that reaches the checkpoint last will be irrevocably eliminated. While three teams have already crossed the border into Kazakhstan, the remaining teams are still in Uzbekistan. They face the challenge of making strategic decisions under pressure and picking up the pace to survive the race. Tension is high, and every choice could make the difference between continuing and dropping out.
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7. Samarkand, Uzbekistan
From beautiful Samarkand in Uzbekistan, the five teams continue their race to the next checkpoint in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The stakes are high in this leg, as the adventure ends for the team that arrives last at the checkpoint. Following their comeback at the previous checkpoint, one of the teams gets to set off first, closely followed by another team.
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5. Departure from Tbilisi
Following the unexpected departure of one of the teams in Tbilisi, the five remaining teams continue their challenging journey toward the final destination, Singapore. In this leg, the route takes them across the vast plains of Kazakhstan to the heart of Uzbekistan. The leading pair sets off with a significant advantage over the team trailing by a full twelve hours. However, upon arriving at the Uzbek border, the participants face an unforeseen turn of events: the celebration of the Persian New Year. This national holiday brings daily life to a standstill and has a major impact on the course of the race.
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4. Checkpoint in Tbilisi
The teams are on their way and the stakes are high: the team that arrives last in Tbilisi is definitively out of the race. Yet there remains room for unique excursions and valuable interactions with the local community. Jan is confronted with his fear of heights during a challenging activity at high altitude, while Hamza and Stephen use their skills on a Turkish goose farm, where they contribute to the daily work and care of the animals.
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3. Second leg to Tbilisi, Georgia
The teams embark on the second leg towards Tbilisi, Georgia a challenging journey of over 1,500 kilometers. Upon opening the envelope, they face an unpleasant twist: the team that arrives last in the capital will be irrevocably eliminated from the race. Slaby and Eric are determined to make up their twelve-hour deficit, as are Irene and Vince, who are also pulling out all the stops. Meanwhile, Jan and Mick are neck and neck with Guido and Elise, further heightening the tension during this crucial stage of the competition.
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2. First checkpoint Mersin
The teams are heading to the The teams are heading to the first checkpoint in Mersin, in southern Turkey. Not all participants are having a trouble-free race. While Guido and Elise enjoy an impressive hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia, Irene and Vince are pulling out all the stops to make up for lost time. Amidst the vast rose fields, Slaby reflects on his childhood in Morocco, while Jan and Mick showcase their culinary talents and impress at a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant. in Mersin, in southern Turkey. Not all participants are having a trouble-free race. While Guido and Elise enjoy an impressive hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia, Irene and Vince are pulling out all the stops to make up for lost time. Amidst the vast rose fields, Slaby reflects on his childhood in Morocco, while Jan and Mick showcase their culinary talents and impress at a prestigious Michelin-starred restaurant.
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1. The starting point: Istanbul
Six adventurous couples take part in an exhausting elimination race that takes them from Istanbul to Singapore. With a budget equivalent to just two plane tickets, they cover over 14,000 kilometers overland, entirely without mobile phones, bank cards, or other modern devices. This challenge tests not only their physical endurance but also their strategic insight and perseverance. Who will brave the vast and diverse landscapes of Asia, who will be the first to reach the final destination in Singapore, and who will go home with the prize money of 15,000 euros?
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The most recent episode of Race Across the World, Season 2 Episode 10 "Checkpoint Chongqing, China", aired on October 14, 2026.
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Race Across the World has 2 seasons with 16 episodes in total.
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Race Across the World first aired on RTL 4 on March 15, 2023.
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