In this episode, Ben goes deep into rural China's epic story, embarking on a journey of wonder across Sichuan and Yunnan, exploring how China's deep traditions continue to shape life in a country racing towards the future.

He begins at Qingcheng Mountain, the birthplace of Taoism, where a 36th-generation Kung Fu master introduces him to the philosophy and practice of tai chi. From there, he heads into the Sichuan countryside in search of China's most treasured national symbol: the giant panda. At a rarely seen panda rewilding programme, Ben gains unique access to efforts aimed at returning these iconic animals to the wild – but only if he and the crew dress as pandas themselves.