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| Azja Express | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Reality |
| Presented by | Agnieszka Woźniak-Starak (series 1–3) Daria Ładocha (series 4–6) Izabella Krzan (series 7–) |
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Original language | Polish |
| No. of seasons | 6 |
| No. of episodes | 65 |
| Production | |
| Producers | Eccholine, TVN |
| Production locations | Asia: Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India, Turkey, Georgia, Uzbekistan South and Central America: Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Guatemala |
| Original release | |
| Network | TVN |
| Release | September 7, 2016 |
Azja Express (series 3 and 4 as Ameryka Express, series 7 as Afryka Express) is the Polish version of the reality show Peking Express that has been broadcast on TVN since 2016. The show aims at demonstrating how couples of celebrities deal with the challenges and pitfalls of attempting a long-distance hitchhike to a strange city, together with all the difficulties presented by trying to communicate in a language they don't understand.
Series overview
[edit]| Installment | Year | Winning couple | Route | Visited countries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azja Express | 2016 | Michał Żurawski, Ludwik Borkowski | Hải Dương to Bangkok | Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand |
| 2017 | Antoni Pawlicki, Paweł Ławrynowicz | Sigiriya to Mumbai | Sri Lanka, India | |
| Ameryka Express | 2018 | Aleksandra Domańska, Dawid Domański | San Antonio de Ibarra to Cusco | Ecuador, Peru |
| 2020 | Karolina Pisarek, Marta Gajewska-Komorowska | Antigua to Cartagena | Guatemala, Colombia | |
| Azja Express | 2023 | Angelika Trochonowicz and Łukasz Trochonowicz | Istanbul to Tashkent | Turkey, Georgia, Uzbekistan[1] |
| 2024 | Jan Błachowicz i Józef Gąsienica-Gładczan | |||
| Afryka Express | 2025 |
Travel
[edit]Season I
[edit]| Season | Route | Visited countries |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Hai Duong, Vietnam to Bangkok, Thailand | Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand |
| Episode | Country | Route |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vietnam | Hai Duong --- Hạ Long ---Night--- Haiphong |
| 2 | Haiphong --- Tam Cốc-Bích Động ---Night--- Hanoi | |
| 3 | Lào Cai --- Bắc Hà --- Ban Pho ---Night--- Tạ Văn | |
| 4 | Tạ Văn --- Na Phat ---Night--- Muong Pon --- Điện Biên Phủ | |
| 5 | Laos | Ban Sang Ha --- Ban Pa Ho --- Luang Prabang ---Night--- Piengfa |
| 6 | Piengfa --- Houamouang --- Nathon (Night) --- Vientiane | |
| 7 | Vientiane --- Ban Nam Lo --- Pakkading ---Night--- Thakhek | |
| 8 | Thakhek --- Kengkabao (Night) --- Naphong --- Paxe | |
| 9 | Cambodia | Stung Treng --- Sandan --- Kratie ---Night--- Meak Thmey |
| 10 | Meak Thmey --- Chamkar Andoung ---Night--- Wat Preak Bankang --- Phnom Penh | |
| 11 | Phnom Penh --- Andoung Chron --- Andoung Rusey --- Chong Koh (Night) --- Battambang | |
| 12 | Battambang --- Preah Netr Preah --- Siem Reap (Night) --- Angkor --- Angkor Wat | |
| 13 | Thailand | Wat Maha That --- Suan Som Deij --- Suphanburi --- Sathon Port Thonburi --- Lumpini Park Bangkok --- (Night) --- Wat Suthat --- Pratunam --- Pak Klong Talad --- Wat Rakhang --- Prince Palace Hotel --- Wat Pho |
Season II
[edit]| Season | Route | Visited countries |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Sigiriya, Sri Lanka to Mumbai, India | Sri Lanka, India |
Season IV
[edit]| Season | Route | Visited countries |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Guatemala, Colombia |
| Episode | Country | Route |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guatemala | Antigua Guatemala --- Cocales --- San Lucas Tolimán --- Night--- Chichicastenango |
| 2 | Chichicastenango --- Agua Escondida --- Night--- Tecpán --- Sumpango | |
| 3 | San Pedro Sacatepéquez --- Night--- Pacaya --- Guatemala City (Plazuela Espana --- Diamanete De Beisbol) | |
| 4 | Guatemala City --- Sanarate --- Guastatoya --- Night--- Cobán | |
| 5 | Cobán --- Night --- Sayaxche --- San Benito | |
| 6 | Tikal --- Night --- Castle of San Felipe de Lara | |
| 7 | San Felipe --- Rio Dulce --- Night - Zacapa | |
| 8 | Colombia | Bogotá --- Lago Foquene --- Chiquinquira --- Night - Socorro |
| 9 | Socorro --- Night --- San Gil --- Bucaramanga | |
| 10 | Bucaramanga --- San Alberto --- San Martín, Cesar --- Night --- La Playa de Belén |
Season I
[edit]| Place | Celebrity | Occupation/Job | Companion | Occupation/Job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michał Żurawski | Actor | Ludwik Borkowski | Actor |
| 2 | Agnieszka Włodarczyk | Actress | Maria Konarowska | Actress |
| 3 | Izabella Miko | Actress | Leszek Stanek | Actor |
| 4 | Pascal Brodnicki | Chef, TVN star | Paweł Dobrzański | Chef |
| 5 | Renata Kaczoruk | Model | Weronika Budziło | Lawyer |
| 6 | Hanna Lis | Journalist | Łukasz Jemioł | Designer |
| 7 | Małgorzata Rozenek-Majdan | TVN presenter | Radosław Majdan | Football player |
| 8 | Przemysław Saleta | Boxer | Dariusz Kuźniak | Chef |
| Place | Episode | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 61 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 1 | Day 2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 4 | Day 5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 6 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 7 | Day 8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 9 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 10 | Day 11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 13 | Day 14 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 16 | Day 17 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 18 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 19 | Day 20 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | Izabella & Leszek | Pascal & Paweł | Michał & Ludwik (10 000 zł) | Renata & Weronika | Małgorzata & Radosław | Hanna & Łukasz | Michał & Ludwik | Renata & Weronika | Michał & Ludwik (5000 zł) | Hanna & Łukasz | Renata | Leszek | Pascal | Izabella | Michał & Ludwik | Renata & Weronika | Pascal & Paweł (10 000 zł) | Pascal & Paweł | Michał & Ludwik (5000 zł) | Agnieszka & Maria | Renata & Weronika (10 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik Pascal & Paweł |
Pascal & Paweł (5000 zł) | Pascal & Paweł (27 kg) | Michał & Ludwik | Izabella & Leszek (30 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik | Michał & Ludwik (40 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik (10 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik (20 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik (90 000 zł) | |
| 2 | Małgorzata & Radosław | Hanna & Łukasz | Hanna & Łukasz | Michał & Ludwik | Hanna & Łukasz | Pascal & Paweł | Małgorzata & Radosław | Agnieszka & Maria | Izabella & Leszek | - | Pascal | Izabella | Weronika | Michał | Agnieszka & Maria (5000 zł) | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria (5000 zł) | Renata & Weronika | Izabella & Leszek | Michał & Ludwik | - | Michał & Ludwik | Michał & Ludwik (27.5 kg) | Pascal & Paweł (10 000 zł) | Michał & Ludwik | Agnieszka & Maria (5000 zł) | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria | |
| 3 | Pascal & Paweł (5000 zł) | Małgorzata & Radosław | Małgorzata & Radosław | Agnieszka & Maria | Pascal & Paweł | Renata & Weronika | - | Pascal & Paweł | Hanna & Łukasz | - | - | - | Ludwik | Maria | Hanna & Łukasz | Michał & Ludwik | Hanna & Łukasz | Michał & Ludwik | Pascal & Paweł | Renata & Weronika | Pascal & Paweł | Izabella & Leszek | Agnieszka & Maria | Izabella & Leszek (24 kg) | Izabella & Leszek | Pascal & Paweł | Izabella & Leszek | Izabella & Leszek | - | - | - | |
| 4 | Hanna & Łukasz | Agnieszka & Maria | Renata & Weronika | Małgorzata & Radosław | Renata & Weronika (5000 zł) | Małgorzata & Radosław | - | Izabella & Leszek | Renata & Weronika | - | - | - | Agnieszka | Paweł | Pascal & Paweł | Pascal & Paweł | Izabella & Leszek | Izabella & Leszek (10 000 zł) | - | Michał & Ludwik | Izabella & Leszek | Renata & Weronika | Izabella & Leszek | Agnieszka & Maria (28 kg) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 5 | Agnieszka & Maria | Renata & Weronika | - | Izabella & Leszek | - | - | - | Michał & Ludwik | Agnieszka & Maria | - | - | - | Leszek | Renata | Izabella & Leszek | Hanna & Łukasz Izabella & Leszek |
Michał & Ludwik | Hanna & Łukasz | - | Pascal & Paweł | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6 | - | Przemysław & Dariusz | - | Hanna & Łukasz | - | - | - | Małgorzata & Radosław | Pascal & Paweł | - | - | - | - | - | Renata & Weronika | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7 | - | Izabela & Leszek | - | Przemysław & Dariusz | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 8 | - | Michał & Ludwik | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Couple with immunity | - | - | Pascal & Paweł | - | - | Hanna & Łukasz (10 000 zł) | Hanna & Łukasz | - | - | Hanna (5000 zł) | Łukasz (5000 zł) | Hanna & Łukasz | - | - | Renata & Weronika | Renata & Weronika (5000 zł) | - | - | Agnieszka & Maria | Agnieszka & Maria (20 000 zł) | - | - | Agnieszka & Maria | - | - | - | - | - | ||||
- Immunity in the next episode
- Elimination
- Amulet
- Minus one place (Black flag)
- Couple with amulet from eliminated couple
- The couple voluntarily left the show.
- Minus one place and elimination
- ^ In episode 6 contestants raced in mixed-up pairs - one person was a "speeder" and the other one was a "blocker".
Ratings
[edit]| Episode | Date | Audience | Share 4+ | Share 16-49 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 September | 2 078 063 | 17,24% | 24,43% |
| 2 | 14 September | 1 592 865 | 12,73% | 18,02% |
| 3 | 21 September | 1 571 624 | 13,32% | 19,75% |
| 4 | 28 September | 1 578 534 | 12,89% | 19,19% |
| 5 | 5 October | 1 540 576 | 12,10% | 18,80% |
| 6 | 12 October | 1 661 980 | 13,56% | 19,83% |
| 7 | 19 October | 1 433 410 | 11,63% | 16,60% |
| 8 | 26 October | 1 514 545 | 11,93% | 18,25% |
| 9 | 2 November | 1 440 826 | 10,56% | 15,16% |
| 10 | 9 November | 1 603 796 | 12,97% | 19,94% |
| 11 | 16 November | 1 688 925 | 13,17% | 19,59% |
| 12 | 23 November | 1 501 301 | 12,20% | 16,84% |
| 13 | 30 November | 1 843 822 | 14,50% | 19,92% |
| Average | 2016 | 1 619 600 | 12,96% | 18,91% |
Season II
[edit]| Place | Celebrity | Occupation/Job | Companion | Occupation/Job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antoni Pawlicki | Actor | Paweł Ławrynowicz | Actor |
| 2 | Michał Piróg | Choreographer | Piotr Czaykowski | Model |
| 32 | Stanisław Karpiel-Bułecka | Future Folk singer | Marta Wierzbicka | Soap opera actress |
| 4 | Joanna Przetakiewicz | Fashion designer | Łukasz Jakóbiak | YouTube star |
| 5 | Zuzanna Bijoch | Model | Julia Bijoch | Zuzanna's sister |
| 6 | Dorota Gardias | TVN Weather presenter | Katarzyna Domeracka | Businesswoman |
| 7 | Marta Wierzbicka | Soap opera actress | Oliwia Cabaj | Photographer |
| 8 | Stanisław Karpiel-Bułecka | Future Folk singer | Szymon Chyc-Magdzin | Future Folk singer and violinist |
| 9 | Tymon Tymański | Musician | Lucas Tymanski | Tymon's son |
| Place | Episode | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 3 | 9 | 10 4 | 11 | 12 | 13 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| Day 7 | Day 8 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Day 10 | Day 11 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 12 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 13 | Day 14 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 15 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 16 | Day 17 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 18 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 19 | Day 20 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | Marta & Oliwia | Marta & Oliwia | Stanisław & Szymon | Zuzanna & Julia | Joanna & Łukasz | Michał & Piotr | Zuzanna & Julia (10 000 zł) | - | Antoni & Paweł | Joanna & Łukasz | Antoni & Paweł (10 000 zł) | Michał & Piotr (10 000 zł) | Michał & Piotr | Dorota & Katarzyna | Dorota (5000 zł) | Antoni | Łukasz | Paweł | Marta & Stanisław (15 000 zł) | Michał & Piotr | Antoni (& Paweł) | Marta (& Stanisław) | Michał & Piotr Marta & Stanisław |
Antoni & Paweł | Marta & Stanisław | Michał & Piotr | Antoni & Paweł (15 000 zł) | Michał & Piotr (45 000 zł) | Antoni & Paweł (15 000 zł) | Antoni & Paweł (55 000 zł) | |
| 2 | Dorota & Katarzyna (5000 zł) | Dorota & Katarzyna Zuzanna & Julia |
Joanna & Łukasz | Antoni & Paweł Michał & Piotr |
Zuzanna & Julia (5000 zł) | Joanna & Łukasz | Joanna & Łukasz | - | Joanna & Łukasz (5000 zł) | Antoni & Paweł | Dorota & Katarzyna | Zuzanna & Julia | Zuzanna & Julia (5000 zł) | Zuzanna & Julia | Stanisław | Katarzyna (5000 zł) | Antoni | Dorota | Antoni & Paweł | Marta & Stanisław | Marta (& Stanisław) | Antoni (& Paweł) (20 000 zł) | Joanna & Łukasz (25 000 zł) | Michał & Piotr | - | Joanna & Łukasz | Michał & Piotr | Antoni & Paweł | Michał & Piotr | Michał & Piotr | |
| 3 | Joanna & Łukasz | - | Zuzanna & Julia | Joanna & Łukasz | Michał & Piotr | Dorota & Katarzyna | Dorota & Katarzyna | - | Marta & Oliwia | Marta & Oliwia | Zuzanna & Julia | Antoni & Paweł | - | Joanna & Łukasz | Paweł | Łukasz | Piotr | Joanna | Michał & Piotr (5000 zł) | Zuzanna & Julia Joanna & Łukasz Antoni & Paweł |
Łukasz (& Joanna) | Łukasz (& Joanna) | Antoni & Paweł (15 000 zł) | Joanna & Łukasz | - | - | Marta & Stanisław (30 000 zł) | Marta & Stanisław | - | - | |
| 4 | Michał & Piotr | - | Antoni & Paweł | Dorota & Katarzyna | Antoni & Paweł | - | Antoni & Paweł | - | - | - | Marta & Oliwia | Dorota & Katarzyna | - | Michał & Piotr | Joanna & Piotr Michał & Marta |
Marta | Michał | Zuzanna & Julia | - | Julia (& Zuzanna) | Julia (& Zuzanna) | - | Marta & Stanisław | - | - | - | - | - | - | ||
| 5 | Antoni & Paweł | - | Michał & Piotr | Stanisław & Szymon | Stanisław & Szymon | - | Stanisław & Szymon | - | - | - | Michał & Piotr | Oliwia | - | Marta & Stanisław | - | - | Katarzyna | Stanisław | Joanna & Łukasz | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 6 | Zuzanna & Julia | - | Dorota & Katarzyna | Tymon & Lucas | Dorota & Katarzyna | - | Marta & Oliwia | Szymon | - | - | - | - | - | Antoni & Paweł | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 7 | Stanisław & Szymon | - | Tymon & Lucas | - | Marta & Oliwia | Antoni & Paweł | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 8 | Tymon & Lucas | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| Couple with immunity | - | - | Marta & Oliwia (10 000 zł) | Marta & Oliwia | - | - | Michał & Piotr | - | - | Joanna & Łukasz | - | - | Zuzanna & Julia | - | - | Michał & Piotr | - | - | Antoni & Paweł | Antoni & Paweł (10 000 zł) | - | - | - | - | |||||||
- Immunity in the next episode
- Elimination
- Amulet
- Couple with amulet from eliminated couple
- The couple lost money
- Minus one place and elimination
- ^ Stanisław & Marta with their partners got eliminated in episodes 4 & 6, but were brought back to the competition in episode 7 as one couple.
- ^ In episode 8 contestants raced in mixed-up pairs - one person was a "speeder" and the other one was a "blocker".
- ^ In episode 10 couples were separated - one person was racing and the other one was trying to help them by doing challenges.
Season III
[edit]| Place | Celebrity | Occupation/Job | Companion | Occupation/Job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleksandra Domańska | Actress | Dawid Domański | Domańska's brother |
| 2 | Pamela Stafanowicz | Influencer Fit Lovers | Mateusz Janusz | Influencer Fit Lovers |
| 3 | Maciej Musiałowski | Actor | Anna Małysa | Maciej's friend |
| 4 | Tomasz Karolak | Actor | Jakub Urbański | Photographer |
| 5 | Filip Chajzer | TV Presenter | Zygmunt Chajzer | TV Presenter |
| 6 | Lara Gessler | Restaurateur | Piotr Sałata | Fashion designer |
| 75 | Magda Steczkowska | Singer | Katarzyna Meller | TV Presenter |
| 8 | Magda Steczkowska | Singer | Piotr Królik | Drummer |
| 9 | Katarzyna Meller | TV Presenter | Monika Zagajewska | Businesswoman |
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| Day 16 | Day 17 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 18 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Day 19 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | Pamela & Mateusz (5000 zł) | Lara & Piotr | Tomasz & Jakub (10 000 zł) | Pamela & Mateusz Maciej & Anna |
Pamela & Mateusz | Tomasz & Jakub | Pamela & Mateusz (10 000 zł) | Aleksandra & Dawid | Filip & Zygmunt | Lara & Piotr | Filip & Zygmunt | Pamela & Mateusz | Pamela & Mateusz | Lara & Piotr (10 000 zł) | Aleksandra & Dawid Maciej & Anna |
Lara & Piotr | Maciej & Anna (5.2 m) | Filip & Pamela | Filip & Pamela | Maciej & Anna | Maciej & Anna | Maciej & Anna | Pamela & Mateusz (10 000 zł) | Pamela & Mateusz | Maciej & Anna | Aleksandra & Dawid (10 000 zł) | Maciej & Anna | Maciej & Anna (15 000 zł) | Aleksandra & Dawid (50 000 zł) | Aleksandra & Dawid (60 000 zł) | |
| 2 | Magda & Piotr | Tomasz & Jakub | Filip & Zygmunt | Aleksandra & Dawid | - | - | Maciej & Anna | Lara & Piotr | - | Maciej & Anna | Aleksandra & Dawid | Filip & Zygmunt | Maciej & Anna | Tomasz & Jakub | Pamela & Mateusz (6.5 m) | Aleksandra & Zygmunt | Mateusz & Jakub | Aleksandra & Dawid | Pamela & Mateusz (5000 zł) | Tomasz & Jakub (5000 zł) | Maciej & Anna (15 000 zł) | Maciej & Anna | Tomasz & Jakub | Maciej & Anna | Aleksandra & Dawid | Pamela & Mateusz | Pamela & Mateusz | Pamela & Mateusz | |||
| 3 | Katarzyna & Monika | - | Magda & Piotr | Aleksandra & Dawid | Lara & Piotr (5000 zł) | - | - | Filip & Zygmunt | Maciej & Anna (5000 zł) | - | Tomasz & Jakub | Filip & Zygmunt (5000 zł) | Maciej & Anna | Tomasz & Jakub | Filip & Zygmunt | Maciej & Anna (5000 zł) | Tomasz & Jakub (12 m) (15 000 zł) | Mateusz & Jakub | Aleksandra & Zygmunt | - | - | Pamela & Mateusz | Tomasz & Jakub | Tomasz & Jakub | Aleksandra & Dawid | Tomasz & Jakub | Tomasz & Jakub | Aleksandra & Dawid | Maciej & Anna | - | |
| 4 | Maciej & Anna | - | - | Filip & Zygmunt | Maciej & Anna | - | - | Lara & Piotr | Pamela & Mateusz Magda & Katarzyna |
- | Pamela & Mateusz | Lara & Piotr | Lara & Piotr | Aleksandra & Dawid | Tomasz & Jakub Lara & Piotr |
Aleksandra & Dawid | Aleksandra & Dawid (26 m) | Tomasz & Dawid | Tomasz & Dawid | - | - | Aleksandra & Dawid | Aleksandra & Dawid | Aleksandra & Dawid | - | ||||||
| 5 | Aleksandra & Dawid | - | - | Magda & Piotr | Tomasz & Jakub | - | - | Pamela & Mateusz | - | Magda & Katarzyna | Tomasz & Jakub | Tomasz & Jakub | Filip & Zygmunt | Pamela & Mateusz | Filip & Zygmunt (11.5 m) | - | - | - | - | Filip & Zygmunt | - | ||||||||||
| 6 | Filip & Zygmunt | - | - | Tomasz & Jakub | Magda & Piotr | Magda & Piotr | - | Piotr | Tomasz & Jakub | - | Maciej & Anna | Aleksandra & Dawid | - | - | Filip & Zygmunt | Lara & Piotr (24.5 m) | - | ||||||||||||||
| 7 | Lara & Piotr | - | - | Monika | Filip & Zygmunt | Filip & Zygmunt | - | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8 | Tomasz & Jakub | Filip & Zygmunt | - | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Couple with immunity | - | Lara & Piotr | - | Tomasz & Jakub | Aleksandra & Dawid | Aleksandra & Dawid Lara & Piotr |
- | Pamela & Mateusz | - | Maciej & Anna (10 000 zł) | Maciej & Anna | - | Pamela & Mateusz | Pamela & Mateusz (30 000 zł) | - | ||||||||||||||||
- Immunity in the next episode
- Elimination
- Amulet
- Lost money
- Couple with amulet from eliminated couple
- The couple lost money
- Plus one place
- ^ Magda & Katarzyna with their partners got eliminated in episodes 2 & 4, but were brought back to the competition in episode 5 as one couple.
- ^ In episode 9 contestants raced in mixed-up pairs - one person was a "speeder" and the other one was a "blocker".
Ratings
[edit]| Episode | Date | Audience | Share 4+ | Share 16-49 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 September | 1 568 759 | 13.42% | 20.45% |
| 2 | 12 September | 1 493 727 | 13.05% | 20.21% |
| 3 | 19 September | 1 525 971 | 12.83% | 18.22% |
| 4 | 26 September | 1 651 135 | 14.28% | 20.96 |
| 5 | 3 October | 1 636 462 | 13.58% | 18.91% |
| 6 | 10 October | 1 506 638 | 12.68% | 17.63% |
| 7 | 17 October | 1 615 760 | 13.94% | 19.59% |
| 8 | 24 October | 1 490 836 | 11.72% | 17.33% |
| 9 | 31 October | 1 524 974 | 12.09% | 16.40% |
| 10 | 7 November | 1 271 263 | 10.57% | 15.02% |
| 11 | 13 November | 1 394 352 | 11.65% | 16.25% |
| 12 | 20 November | 1 568 690 | 13.00% | 17.98% |
| 13 | 27 November | 1 633 469 | 13.28% | 19.95% |
| 2018 | Season III [2] | 1 532 734 | 12.77% | 18.34% |
Season IV
[edit]| Place | Celebrity | Occupation/Job | Companion | Occupation/Job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karolina Pisarek | Model, Top Model runner-up | Marta Gajewska-Komorowska | Model |
| 2 | Grzegorz Collins | TVN Turbo & Discovery Channel presenter | Rafał Collins | TVN Turbo & Discovery Channel presenter |
| 3 | Paweł Deląg | Actor | Dariusz Lipka | Paweł's friend |
| 4 | Małgorzata Heretyk | YouTuber, 19+ actress | Ernest Musiał | YouTuber, 19+ actor |
| 5 | Patrycja Markowska | Singer | Żaneta Lubera | Singer, The Voice of Poland semi-finalist |
| 6 | Marcin Różalski | Kick boxer, MMA fighter | Bartosz Fabiński | MMA fighter |
| 7 | Grażyna Wolszczak | Actress | Filip Sikora | Son of Grażyna |
| 8 | Iwona Burnat-Benjamin | Żony Hollywood star | Reggie Benjamin | Żony Hollywood star, singer |
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| 1 | Grzegorz & Rafał | Grażyna & Filip | Grzegorz & Rafał (10 000 zł) | Patrycja & Żaneta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Małgorzata & Ernest | Patrycja & Dariusz | Paweł & Żaneta | - | Grzegorz & Rafał | Małgorzata & Ernest | Karolina & Marta (10 000 zł) | Małgorzata & Ernest | Grażyna & Filip (10 000 zł) | Małgorzata & Ernest | Małgorzata & Ernest | Karolina & Marta | Małgorzata & Ernest | Małgorzata & Ernest | Grzegorz & Rafał (10 000 zł) | Małgorzata & Ernest | Paweł & Dariusz (10 000 zł) | Grzegorz & Rafał | Grzegorz & Rafał (45 000 zł) | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał (30 000 zł) | Karolina & Marta (45 000 zł) | ||||
| 2 | Małgorzata & Ernest | - | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Karolina & Rafał | Grażyna & Bartosz | - | Karolina & Marta (5000 zł) | Karolina & Marta | Paweł & Dariusz | Paweł & Dariusz | Małgorzata & Ernest | Karolina & Marta (10 000 zł) | Grzegorz & Rafał | Paweł & Dariusz | Patrycja & Żaneta (10 000 zł) | Patrycja & Żaneta | Małgorzata & Ernest (20 000 zł) | Grzegorz & Rafał | Grzegorz & Rafał | Karolina & Marta (5000 zł) | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał (10 000 zł) | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał | ||||
| 3 | Karolina & Marta (5000 zł) | - | Małgorzata & Ernest | Marcin & Bartosz | Małgorzata & Ernest (5000 zł) | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Marta | Patrycja & Dariusz | - | Małgorzata & Ernest | Grażyna & Filip | Grzegorz & Rafał | Marcin & Bartosz | Grzegorz & Rafał | Patrycja & Żaneta | Karolina & Marta (5000 zł) | Małgorzata & Ernest | Paweł & Dariusz | Grzegorz & Rafał | Karolina & Marta | - | Karolina & Marta | Paweł & Dariusz | Małgorzata & Ernest | Paweł & Dariusz | - | - | ||||
| 4 | Marcin & Bartosz Dariusz & Żaneta |
- | Marcin & Bartosz | Karolina & Marta | Patrycja & Żaneta | Marcin & Bartosz | Paweł & Żaneta | Grzegorz & Marta | - | Patrycja & Żaneta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Małgorzata & Ernest | Grzegorz & Rafał | Karolina & Marta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Paweł & Dariusz | Patrycja & Żaneta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Paweł & Dariussz | Patrycja & Żaneta | - | Patrycja & Żaneta | Małgorzata & Ernest | Paweł & Dariusz | - | ||||||
| 5 | Grażyna & Filip | - | Paweł & Dariusz | Małgorzata & Ernest | Grażyna & Filip | Grażyna & Filip | Grażyna & Bartosz | Karolina & Rafał | - | Grażyna & Filip | Patrycja & Żaneta | Patrycja & Żaneta | Karolina & Marta | Paweł & Dariusz | Marcin & Bartosz | Patrycja & Żaneta | Grzegorz & Rafał | Marcin & Bartosz | Marcin & Bartosz | Paweł & Dariusz | - | ||||||||||
| 6 | Iwona & Reggie | - | Patrycja & Żaneta | Paweł & Dariusz | Paweł & Dariusz | Paweł & Dariusz | Marcin & Filip | Marcin & Filip | - | Paweł & Dariusz | Paweł & Dariusz | - | Patrycja & Żaneta | Marcin & Bartosz | Paweł & Dariusz | Marcin & Bartosz | Marcin & Bartosz | - | |||||||||||||
| 7 | - | - | Iwona & Reggie | Iwona & Reggie | Marcin & Bartosz | Patrycja & Żaneta | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Patrycja & Żaneta | Grażyna & Filip | - | |||||||||||||||
| Couple with immunity | - | Grażyna & Filip | - | Małgorzata & Ernest (10 000 zł) | Małgorzata & Ernest | - | Grażyna & Filip | - | Karolina & Marta | - | Małgorzata & Ernest (10 000 zł) | - | |||||||||||||||||||
Ratings
[edit]| Episode | Date | Audience | Share 4+ | Share 16-49 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 March | 1 060 593 | 9.19% | |
| 2 | 11 March | 1 005 318 | 8.26% | |
| 3 | 18 March | 1 126 093 | 9.48% | |
| 4 | 25 March | |||
| 5 | 1 April | 1 164 211 | 8.79% | |
| 6 | 8 April | |||
| 7 | 15 April | |||
| 8 | 22 April | |||
| 9 | 29 April | |||
| 10 | 6 May | |||
| 11 | 13 May | 1 171 528 | 9.57% | |
| 12 | 20 May | |||
| 13 | 27 May | 1 228 172 | 10.28% | 16.42% |
| Average | 2020 | 1 082 048 | 8.70% | 13.25% |
References
[edit]- ^ ""Azja Express" powraca do TVN. Zdjęcia jesienią w Turcji, Gruzji i Uzbekistanie".
- ^ ""Ameryka Express" hitem TVN. Program zyskał 110 tys. widzów". Wirtualne Media. Retrieved 28 November 2018.
External links
[edit]- Azja Express at IMDb
Azja Express
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Format
Concept and rules
Azja Express is a Polish reality television competition that serves as an adaptation of the Dutch-Belgian format Peking Express, premiering on the TVN network in 2016. The program pits eight teams of two participants each against one another in a high-stakes race across international routes, primarily through Asian countries in early seasons, emphasizing survival, negotiation, and teamwork under resource constraints. Participants, drawn from the entertainment industry, must navigate unfamiliar terrains while adhering to strict budgetary and logistical rules designed to simulate low-income travel experiences.[7] Each team consists of a celebrity paired with a friend, family member, or colleague, forming duos that compete over thousands of kilometers. The daily budget is limited to one US dollar per person, intended solely for food, while teams must procure transportation, lodging, and additional assistance through negotiation and goodwill from locals, using methods such as hitchhiking, buses, or other public transport without direct payments for rides or stays. At designated checkpoints, teams undertake challenges—ranging from cultural tasks to physical feats—that test their adaptability and can yield advantages like amulets or immunities. The last team to arrive at a checkpoint faces elimination, with ejections occurring every other episode to progressively narrow the field until three pairs reach the finale.[4][8] The episode structure alternates between travel-focused legs, where teams advance along the route and complete challenges, and elimination rounds that heighten tension through direct competition. Successful performances in tasks can secure immunities, protecting a team from immediate ousting, or advantages such as head starts in subsequent segments. The ultimate prize for the winning duo is a cash award, varying by season but exemplified by 100,000 Polish złoty in the inaugural editions, often accrued via challenge-won amulets exchangeable only by the victors. This format underscores themes of resilience and interpersonal dynamics, with the race concluding in a dramatic sprint to the final destination.[4][9]Hosts and crew
The hosts of Azja Express have varied across its seasons, with each taking on the central role of guiding participants through the competition. Note that while the core format remained consistent, seasons 3 and 4 were branded as Ameryka Express, and season 7 as Afryka Express. Agnieszka Woźniak-Starak served as the host for Seasons 1 through 3 (2016–2018), introducing the show's format to Polish audiences.[10][11] Daria Ładocha hosted Seasons 4 through 6 (2020–2024), bringing her background in culinary and lifestyle programming to the role.[12][13] Izabella Krzan was announced as the host for Season 7 in 2025, marking a transition to a presenter known for her work in modeling and television.[14] In their role, hosts announce daily challenges to the competing teams, provide practical travel tips adapted to the local cultures and environments, and interact directly with participants at pit stops to offer encouragement and reveal elimination results.[4] This on-camera presence helps maintain the high-energy pace of the race while ensuring contestants understand the rules and objectives at each stage.[15] Agnieszka Woźniak-Starak's departure after Season 3 was attributed to personal commitments, allowing her to step away from the demanding travel schedule of the production.[16] Daria Ładocha's tenure ended after Season 6 to pursue other professional opportunities, with the role passing to Krzan for the upcoming edition.[12] Behind the scenes, Azja Express is produced by Grupa TVN in collaboration with the Belgian company Eccholine, which handles much of the international logistics and format adaptation from the original Peking Express.[10] Key crew members include directors responsible for capturing the dynamic footage of races and cultural immersions, such as Ewa Owczarek, who directed elements of Season 6.[17] The production emphasizes safety protocols for international shoots, with dedicated coordinators overseeing participant welfare amid challenging terrains and long journeys.[18]Production
Development and broadcasting
Azja Express was developed as the Polish adaptation of the international reality competition format Peking Express, which originated in the Netherlands in 2004. The first season was commissioned by the TVN network and produced in collaboration with the Belgian company Eccline, the rights holder for the format, under the executive production of Marta Więch at TVN S.A.. The concept emphasized an Asia-centric route to highlight cultural and logistical challenges for celebrity pairs traveling with limited funds, marking TVN's entry into high-stakes adventure reality programming. The inaugural season premiered on September 7, 2016, establishing the show's signature blend of competition and travelogue elements. The format later expanded to other regions, rebranded as Ameryka Express for seasons in 2018 and 2020, and plans for a fifth season on the African continent were announced in 2025 under Afryka Express.[19][1] The series has been broadcast exclusively on the TVN channel, targeting Polish viewers, with episodes also available for on-demand streaming via the TVN Player platform. Early seasons aired weekly on Wednesdays at 9:30 PM, shifting to Saturday evenings at 8:00 PM or 7:30 PM in later installments to align with prime-time family viewing slots. Each season typically features 8 to 13 episodes, running approximately 65 minutes in length and presented in 16:9 aspect ratio for standard-definition and high-definition broadcasts. Production remains under TVN S.A., with no notable international syndication or distribution beyond Polish borders.[19][20] Following the second season in 2017, the program was rebranded as Ameryka Express for its third and fourth installments in 2018 and 2020, respectively, to accommodate expanded continental routes amid evolving production logistics. The COVID-19 pandemic then prompted a multi-year production halt after the 2020 season, delaying resumption until the fifth season aired in 2023, reverting to the original Azja Express title and Asian focus. This gap reflected broader industry disruptions to international travel-based filming.[21]Filming techniques
The filming of Azja Express relies on a large-scale multinational production crew to manage the intense demands of capturing international races. Operators and reporters shadow participants continuously without interfering in their decisions, prioritizing raw, unscripted footage to convey the authenticity of the journey. The multinational composition of the crew, including professionals from Poland, Spain, Belgium, and Argentina, facilitates efficient coordination in remote areas.[18][22]Seasons
Season 1 (2016)
The first season of Azja Express premiered on September 7, 2016, on TVN, with episodes airing weekly on Wednesdays until the finale on November 30, 2016, spanning 13 episodes.[1][3] The season featured eight celebrity pairs competing in a grueling race across Southeast Asia, starting from Hai Duong in Vietnam and progressing through Laos, Cambodia, and ending in Bangkok, Thailand. Participants had to navigate the route using local transportation, negotiating rides and accommodations with just one U.S. dollar per person per day, while completing challenges to collect amulets that granted advantages or immunities.[23][20] The route encompassed diverse terrains and cultural experiences, beginning in northern Vietnam with stops in Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, and the mountainous Sapa region, where pairs faced initial challenges like bargaining at local markets for transport and supplies. As the race moved into Laos, competitors tackled river crossings on precarious boats along the Mekong River and treks through rural villages, testing their endurance and teamwork. In Cambodia, tasks involved exploring ancient sites near Angkor Wat and negotiating in bustling markets for essentials, while the finale in Thailand required a high-stakes relay of puzzles and physical feats in Bangkok's urban chaos. These challenges highlighted the pairs' adaptability to language barriers, poverty simulations, and interpersonal dynamics under pressure.[20][24] The eight competing pairs consisted of Polish celebrities paired with friends or family, including actors, models, journalists, and athletes: Agnieszka Włodarczyk and Maria Konarowska (actresses and friends); Małgorzata Rozenek and Radosław Majdan (TV personality and footballer, engaged couple); Renata Kaczoruk and Weronika Budziło (model and stylist, friends); Hanna Lis and Łukasz Jemioł (journalist and fashion designer, friends); Izabella Miko and Leszek Stanek (actress and producer, friends); Pascal Brodnicki and Paweł Dobrzański (chef and friend); Przemysław Saleta and Dariusz Kuźniak (boxer and friend); and Michał Żurawski and Ludwik Borkowski (actor and friend).[23] Eliminations occurred progressively, with the last pair to reach each checkpoint at risk unless protected by an amulet. The first departure was Hanna Lis and Łukasz Jemioł in episode 4, who withdrew due to health issues during the Vietnam leg. Subsequent eliminations included Przemysław Saleta and Dariusz Kuźniak (early Laos stage), followed by Renata Kaczoruk and Weronika Budziło, Małgorzata Rozenek and Radosław Majdan, and Pascal Brodnicki and Paweł Dobrzański across the Laos and Cambodia segments. By the Thailand finale, three pairs remained: Agnieszka Włodarczyk and Maria Konarowska, Izabella Miko and Leszek Stanek, and Michał Żurawski and Ludwik Borkowski. Miko and Stanek were eliminated first in the final relay challenge involving market negotiations and a temple puzzle, securing second place for Włodarczyk and Konarowska. Żurawski and Borkowski crossed the finish line first in Bangkok, winning the season and a prize of 100,000 PLN to be donated to charity.[25][26][27]Season 2 (2017)
The second season of Azja Express premiered on September 6, 2017, on TVN, and concluded with its finale on November 29, 2017, spanning 13 episodes aired weekly.[28] The route covered approximately 5,000 kilometers across Sri Lanka and India, starting in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, and ending in Mumbai, India, with participants navigating from Colombo's coastal areas to inland Indian cities via trains, buses, and local transport. Challenges emphasized South Asian cultural immersion, including beachside tasks in Sri Lanka, train journeys through rural India, and exchanges like learning local customs or participating in traditional games such as cricket in the final leg.[29] Eight celebrity pairs competed, showcasing diverse backgrounds from entertainment, music, fashion, and media. Participants included actor Antoni Pawlicki with friend Paweł Ławrynowicz, dancer and TV personality Michał Piróg with friend Piotr Czaykowski, actress Marta Wierzbicka with musician Stanisław Karpiel-Bułecka, fashion designer Joanna Przetakiewicz with stylist Łukasz Jakóbiak, TV presenter Dorota Gardias with friend Katarzyna Domarecka, model Zuzanna Bijoch with sister Julia Bijoch, musician Tymon Tymański with son Lucas Hellmann, and musician Stanisław Karpiel-Bułecka with friend Szymon Chyc-Magdzin.[30] This mix highlighted interpersonal dynamics among Polish public figures adapting to resource-scarce travel.[31] Compared to the first season, format tweaks introduced immunities for winning pairs in select legs, granting exemptions from elimination and advantages like direct transport to the next destination, such as a flight from Sri Lanka to India.[32] These changes added strategic depth, allowing stronger teams to build leads amid challenges focused on endurance, negotiation for rides using limited local currency, and cultural tasks like bargaining at markets or performing folk dances.[33] Eliminations progressed weekly based on arrival order at checkpoints, with early exits including the Bijoch sisters in episode 2 after a beach negotiation task, Tymański and Hellmann in episode 3 during a train relay, and Karpiel-Bułecka and Chyc-Magdzin in episode 4 amid Sri Lankan cultural trials.[34] Mid-season saw Gardias and Domarecka eliminated in episode 6 following an Indian market challenge, and Przetakiewicz and Jakóbiak in episode 10 after a multi-stage endurance test. The final leg in Mumbai featured the remaining three pairs—Pawlicki and Ławrynowicz, Piróg and Czaykowski, and Wierzbicka and Karpiel-Bułecka—in a cricket-themed finale, where Pawlicki and Ławrynowicz emerged victorious, securing the season's top prize.Season 3 (2018)
The third season of Azja Express, rebranded as Ameryka Express for its shift to South America, premiered on TVN on September 5, 2018, and concluded on November 28, 2018, spanning 13 episodes.[35] This marked the first non-Asian route in the show's history, expanding the competition to the Americas with a journey covering nearly 3,000 kilometers through Ecuador and Peru.[36] The race began in Quito, Ecuador's capital nestled in the Andes, and progressed through diverse terrains including high-altitude Andean paths, Amazonian rainforests, and coastal regions, ending in Cusco, Peru.[37] Challenges emphasized survival with limited funds—equivalent to one U.S. dollar per person daily—and tested participants' navigation skills, such as trekking rugged high-altitude trails in the Andes and maneuvering through dense Amazon waterways by canoe or on foot.[38] Eight celebrity pairs competed, selected from Polish entertainment and social media figures, each tasked with forming local alliances for transportation and lodging while completing daily tasks. The teams included journalist Filip Chajzer with his father Zygmunt Chajzer; fitness influencers Pamela Stefanowicz and Mateusz Janusz (known as Fit Lovers); restaurateur Lara Gessler with producer Piotr Sałata; actress Aleksandra Domańska with her brother Dawid Domański; singer Magda Steczkowska with stylist Piotr Królak; actor Tomasz Karolak with friend Jakub Urbański; actor Maciej Musiałowski with actress Anna Małysa; and journalists Katarzyna Meller with Monika Zagajewska. Hosted by Agnieszka Woźniak-Starak, the season adapted filming techniques to the rugged South American landscape, incorporating drone shots for expansive Andean vistas and portable equipment for remote Amazon locations.[36] Eliminations occurred progressively after each episode's checkpoint, where the last-place team was ousted, narrowing the field from eight pairs to three finalists by the penultimate leg.[39] Early exits highlighted the physical toll of the terrain, with pairs like Meller and Zagajewska eliminated in the second episode after struggling with initial navigation in Quito's markets, and Steczkowska and Królak departing in the fourth amid Amazonian challenges involving river crossings and wildlife encounters.[40] Mid-season saw Chajzer duo and Gessler with Sałata fall behind during high-altitude treks near Andean salt mines, while Karolak and Urbański, along with Musiałowski and Małysa, advanced through strategic alliances but faced setbacks in coastal Peru segments.[39] The final three—Domańska siblings, Fit Lovers, and Musiałowski with Małysa—competed in the climactic leg around Cusco, tackling a multi-stage challenge in the Machu Picchu vicinity that included assembling a traditional Inca flag at the Temple of the Sun and a endurance hike through sacred valley paths.[41] Aleksandra and Dawid Domański emerged as winners, securing the top prize of 100,000 Polish złoty for charity after outpacing the competition in the final sprint, with Stefanowicz and Janusz placing second and Musiałowski and Małysa third.[41] Their victory was attributed to strong sibling coordination during grueling tasks, such as negotiating with local communities in the Amazon for safe passage.[40] The season's continental shift introduced novel elements like interactions with indigenous groups in the Andes, contrasting the urban-rural dynamics of prior Asian routes and setting a precedent for future international expansions.[36]Season 4 (2020)
The fourth season of Azja Express, rebranded as Ameryka Express due to production shifts, premiered on March 4, 2020, on TVN and concluded on May 27, 2020, spanning 13 episodes.[42] The season featured eight celebrity pairs competing in a race across Central and South America, starting in Guatemala City and ending in Cartagena, Colombia, with participants relying on local transportation and minimal funds to navigate the route.[43][44] Challenges emphasized the region's diverse terrain, including jungle treks through dense rainforests involving rafting on rivers like the Suárez and eating local delicacies such as ants, as well as coastal races in Colombia featuring games like Tejo, a traditional explosive target sport.[45] The competing pairs included singer Patrycja Markowska with stylist Żaneta Urbańczyk, model Karolina Pisarek with stylist Marta Gajewska-Komorowska, actress Grażyna Wolszczak with her son Filip Sikora, MMA fighter Marcin Różalski with his wife Iwona Różalska, actors Małgorzata Heretyk and Ernest Musiał from the series 19+, actors Paweł Deląg and Dariusz Lipka, fitness influencers Grzegorz and Rafał Collins, and couple Iwona and Reggie Benjamin.[45][46] The format extended beyond initial plans with additional episodes to accommodate production delays influenced by the emerging COVID-19 pandemic, though principal filming occurred prior to widespread restrictions; this tied into adapted filming techniques emphasizing safety protocols during post-production.[44][47] Eliminations occurred progressively through challenges testing endurance and strategy, with pairs voted out after failing to arrive first at checkpoints, culminating in a final leg in Colombia where the top three—Karolina Pisarek and Marta Gajewska-Komorowska, the Collins brothers, and Paweł Deląg with Dariusz Lipka—competed in tasks like mud baths and cooking local dishes before reaching the finish line in Cartagena.[48] Pisarek and Gajewska-Komorowska emerged as winners, securing the grand prize after outperforming the others in the decisive race.[42]Season 5 (2023)
The fifth season of Azja Express premiered on March 4, 2023, on TVN, marking the show's return after a three-year hiatus, and concluded with its finale on May 27, 2023, spanning 13 episodes broadcast weekly on Saturdays.[49][50] The season featured a Eurasian route starting in Istanbul, Turkey, and ending in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, passing through Georgia, with participants navigating diverse terrains from bustling urban centers to mountainous regions and ancient Silk Road sites. Challenges emphasized cultural fusion between European and Asian influences, such as local bargaining in Turkish bazaars, traditional Georgian feasts requiring social interactions, and Uzbek navigation through historical landmarks, testing teams' adaptability and interpersonal skills across continental boundaries.[51][52] Eight celebrity pairs competed, including musicians Czesław and Dorota Mozil, singer Reni Jusis with Remigiusz Dorawa, actors Adam and Dariusz Zdrójkowski, influencers Angelika and Łukasz Trochonowicz (known as Andziaks and Luka), model Paulina Krupińska with stylist Izabela Połeć, siblings Krystian and Oliwia Pesta, mountaineers Katarzyna and Andrzej Gąsienica, and singer Wojciech "Łozo" Łozowski with friend Bartosz Kochanek. Hosted by Daria Ładocha, the season introduced an expanded format with 13 episodes compared to prior installments, allowing deeper exploration of each country's cultural challenges and team dynamics.[49][53][54] As teams progressed, eliminations occurred progressively based on performance in daily tasks, with early exits including the Pesta siblings in episode 7 and the Mozils in episode 8, narrowing the field through increasingly intense cultural and physical trials. The extended episode count facilitated multi-stage legs, such as multi-day journeys across Georgia's Caucasus Mountains, heightening tension and strategy. In the finale, a Silk Road-themed challenge in Tashkent required teams to complete a series of historical reenactments and navigation tasks evoking ancient trade routes, culminating in a footrace to the finish line. Angelika and Łukasz Trochonowicz emerged as winners, securing the top prize after outpacing runners-up Paulina Krupińska and Izabela Połeć, with Reni Jusis and Remigiusz Dorawa placing third.[51][55]Season 6 (2024)
The sixth season of Azja Express premiered on August 31, 2024, and concluded on November 16, 2024, consisting of 12 episodes broadcast weekly on Saturdays at 19:30 on TVN.[56][57] The season featured eight celebrity pairs competing in a race across East Asian islands, emphasizing maritime travel and physical endurance over previous continental routes.[58] The route began in Manila, Philippines, and traversed numerous islands via hitchhiking, boats, and local transport, culminating in Taipei, Taiwan. Participants faced water-based challenges, such as navigating ferries through archipelagos and completing tasks involving swimming or diving in tropical waters, which tested teamwork amid unpredictable sea conditions. Urban finales in bustling ports like Cebu and Kaohsiung incorporated high-stakes puzzles and endurance tests, heightening the physical demands compared to prior seasons.[59][60] The season was filmed in 4K resolution to capture the vibrant island landscapes and dynamic action.[61] Among the contestants were pairs like MMA fighter Jan Błachowicz and his friend Józef Gąsienica-Gładczan, actress Agnieszka Głowacka with actor Piotr Głowacki, and singer Mandaryna (Marta Wiśniewska) with her daughter Fabienne. Eliminations occurred progressively after each leg's challenges, with duos like journalist Gabi Drzewiecka and chef Jagna Niedzielska advancing far through strategic alliances. The final leg in Taiwan featured intensified physical trials, including obstacle courses simulating island survival. Błachowicz and Gąsienica-Gładczan emerged as winners, crossing the finish line first in Taipei after outpacing the remaining competitors in a grueling urban sprint.[58][62][63]Season 7 (2025)
The seventh season of Azja Express, rebranded as Afryka Express for its inaugural African expedition, premiered on September 6, 2025, on TVN, airing weekly on Saturdays at 19:45.[64] The season is projected to consist of 12 episodes, with production ongoing as of November 2025, and the finale yet to air. As of November 17, 2025, three pairs remain after the semi-final in episode 11, with the finale scheduled for the following week.[65] This edition marks the show's first venture into Africa, shifting from previous Asian and American routes to emphasize the continent's diverse landscapes and cultures.[66] The route spans approximately 2,600 kilometers across Kenya and Tanzania, beginning in Nairobi, Kenya, and culminating in Zanzibar, Tanzania.[67] Participants navigate safari terrains in areas like Tsavo and the Serengeti, alongside coastal challenges near the Indian Ocean, relying on limited funds, hitchhiking, and local interactions to progress.[68] This path introduces unique elements such as wildlife encounters and Masai village visits, heightening the cultural immersion compared to prior seasons.[69] Hosted by Izabella Krzan in her debut role, the season features eight celebrity pairs competing for the grand prize.[70] The contestants include actress Edyta Zając with actor Michał Mikołajczak; model Monika Hoffman-Piszora with daughter Iga Hoffman; actor Nikodem Rozbicki with friend Paweł Kurkowski; actress Ewa Gawryluk with actor Piotr Domaniecki; actress Wiktoria Gąsiewska with brother Mateusz Gąsiewski; actress Katarzyna Niezgoda with partner Paweł Markiewicz; former footballer Tomasz Iwan with partner Karolina Woźniak; and boxer Izu Ugonoh with wife Antonina Ugonoh.[71] As the competition progresses, early eliminations have occurred, including the pair of Nikodem Rozbicki and Paweł Kurkowski in a prior episode, though no overall winner has been determined yet.[72] The format continues to test teamwork and adaptability, with enhanced focus on African traditions and environments to deepen participants' and viewers' engagement.[64]Reception
Viewership and ratings
The premiere episode of the first season of Azja Express in 2016 attracted approximately 2 million viewers, marking a peak viewership for the series.[8] Across its initial seasons, the program averaged between 1.2 and 1.7 million viewers per episode, establishing it as a strong performer for TVN in the Wednesday evening slot. Nielsen Audience Measurement data indicated market shares of around 12-17% in the 4+ demographic during early episodes, with higher engagement in the 16-49 commercial group often exceeding 20%.| Season | Year | Average Viewership (millions) | Notes on Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (Azja Express) | 2016 | 1.62 | Premiere peaked at 2.1 million; 12.96% share in 4+. TVN led the market.[73][74] |
| 2 (Azja Express) | 2017 | 1.22 (early); 1.42 (full) | Decline of ~500,000 viewers from season 1; 11.57% share. Still second in market.[75] |
| 3 (Ameryka Express) | 2018 | 1.53 | Rebound with 310,000 more viewers than season 2; strong 16-49 leadership. |
| 4 (Ameryka Express) | 2020 | 1.08 | Dip amid COVID-19 disruptions; 10-11% shares, vying for second place. |
| 5 (Azja Express) | 2023 | 0.93 (full) | Stabilized on Saturdays; contributed to TVN's commercial group leads. |
| 6 (Azja Express) | 2024 | 0.76 (full) | Saturday slot averaged 709,000 early; peaked at 885,000; 7-9% shares. TVN led 16-49. |
| 7 (Afryka Express) | 2025 | 0.74 (early, as of Sep 2025) | Slight uptick from 2024; 6-8% shares in 4+, second in 16-49; averaged 738,000 for first three episodes.[76] |