Is Great Korean Railway Journeys coming back?

Great Korean Railway Journeys is a travel series that premiered on May 4, 2026, on BBC iPlayer. The show has not yet announced a return date. It aired its fifth episode on the same day, and the series is currently in the planning stage for future episodes.

This series follows presenter Michael Portillo as he explores South Korea, traveling from the Demilitarised Zone through Seoul and beyond. The show, which belongs to the travel genre and first aired in 2026, documents his journey across the country using high-speed trains that exceed 200 miles per hour. Throughout his travels, Michael visits historic royal sites, industrial centers, major ports, and scenic locations such as Busan and Jeju Island, highlighting South Korea's rapid development and cultural resilience.

Michael Portillo stars as himself in the series. The show has a runtime of approximately 29 minutes per episode.