Long Way Round

This captivating travel memoir follows Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman as they embark on a motorcycle journey, facing numerous challenges along the way in Long Way Round.

In Long Way Round, film star Ewan McGregor embarks on an extraordinary journey around the globe by motorcycle, accompanied by his close friend and fellow actor Charley Boorman. Their adventure begins in London and takes them through a myriad of breathtaking landscapes, including Europe, the Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Russia. As they traverse vast distances, the duo faces a series of challenges that put their endurance and friendship to the test.

The journey is far from smooth; they encounter exhaustion, injuries, and accidents that threaten to derail their ambitious quest. The unpredictable weather, dangerous roads, and complex political situations add to the tension as they navigate through unfamiliar territories. From being pursued by paparazzi in Kazakhstan to dealing with armed men in the Ukraine, their escapades are filled with unexpected twists. Even their culinary experiences become adventurous when they are served bulls' testicles by nomads in Mongolia.

Despite these hurdles, Ewan and Charley manage to cover over twenty thousand miles in just four months. Their experiences are meticulously documented through photographs and diary entries, capturing the essence of their friendship and the transformative nature of their journey. Long Way Round is not just a travelogue; it’s a heartfelt narrative about dreams, challenges, and the bonds that strengthen through shared adventures.