Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman hit the road again for another epic motorcycle adventure in Long Way Home, this time closer to their roots but by no means easy. The plan: start at Ewan’s home in Scotland, ride vintage bikes across Scandinavia, up to the Arctic Circle, then down through the Baltic states and Eastern/Central Europe, before ending up at Charley’s house in England. The 10‑episode season promises over 10,000 miles and more than fifteen countries, blending stunning scenery, culture, friendship and challenge.
From the outset, the guys decide to keep things tactile and nostalgic: instead of brand‑new bikes, they ride “rusty old” vintage machines — a Moto Guzzi and a classic BMW. These older bikes add mechanical vulnerability, route complexity and authenticity to their journey, giving viewers both the beauty of the landscape and the grit of endurance travel. Alongside the riding, Ewan and Charley reconnect with their friendship, reminisce about past trips (like Long Way Round, Long Way Down, Long Way Up) and face the reality that over time, even adventure changes.
As they wind their way through Scandinavia and beyond, the duo undertake challenges beyond the seat of the bike: they engage with local communities, explore off‑beat roads, ride across harsh terrains, deal with mechanical breakdowns, weather extremes and cultural surprises. The Arctic‑Circle leg marks one of the most extreme segments — long daylight hours, unpredictable terrain, remote stretches. Then further south, Eastern and Central Europe offer a contrast: history, architecture, hospitality and modernity intersect. The journey becomes as much inward as outward: self‑reflection, ageing bodies, keeping the passion alive.
Interwoven is a sense of homecoming: while the route is remote and adventurous, the trajectory brings them back to England, to Charley’s home turf. It’s a loop not just of geography but of time and memory. The series plays on themes of friendship enduring, change being inevitable, and adventure being redefined as they mature. There’s acceptance that the “long way” sometimes means slowing down, enjoying the moment, and appreciating where you started from.
The season also touches on purpose: beyond travel and adrenaline, Ewan and Charley continue to support humanitarian organizations (as previous trips did) and highlight the countries and people they ride through. While the aim is adventure, there’s a responsibility element—reflecting on impact, environment, culture. The series has consistently married spectacle with substance, and this new season looks to maintain that ethos.
In the end, Long Way Home is not just about the distance covered but the journey lived. From Scotland’s wild terrain to England’s green hills, via Arctic vistas and European heartlands, the ride is one for the soul. The vintage bikes may not be lightning fast, but they carry memories, friendship and a willingness to embrace the unknown. For fans of two friends willing to take the long way — again — this 2025 season promises to satisfy.
