Throughout the eight episodes, Karl struggles with unfamiliar cultures, local cuisines (such as eating toads and testicles), and the lack of basic British comforts . Episode Itinerary
Karl visits the following locations, which include six of the New Seven Wonders and the Great Pyramids (substituted for the Colosseum) : An Idiot Abroad (TV Series 2010–2012)
The series is presented as a practical joke and sociology experiment: while Merchant hopes travel will broaden Karl's mind, Gervais admits the trip is an "expensive gag" intended to make Karl as miserable as possible for his own amusement .