Pechino Express Guide

is an acclaimed Italian adventure-reality competition based on the original Belgian-Dutch format Peking Express . The series features pairs of celebrities or "VIP couples" who race across thousands of miles in culturally and geographically diverse territories. Core Gameplay & Mechanics

: Originally aired on Rai 2 starting in 2012, the show moved to an exclusive deal with Sky Italia and the streaming service NOW in 2020. Pechino Express

: High-profile participants in the 2026 season include Giulia Salemi , Chanel Totti , and Jo Squillo . Cultural Impact : High-profile participants in the 2026 season include

: Contestants carry only a backpack with basic necessities and receive just 1 euro per day in local currency. Production & Evolution : The daily allowance cannot

: The winning couple receives a cash prize to be donated to a charity of their choice located in one of the regions they visited. Production & Evolution

: The daily allowance cannot be used for transportation, forcing teams to rely on hitchhiking and the generosity of locals.

: The latest iteration, hosted by Costantino della Gherardesca along with envoys like Guido Meda , takes place across Indonesia, China, and Japan .