Season 1
9 listed episodes · First aired August 4, 2023
Season overview
Actor Cha Seung-won, passionate for ancient civilizations, sets off on an extraordinary expedition to Mexico alongside actor Kim Sung-kyun and Juyeon from 'THE BOYZ'. Together, they delve into the captivating remnants of the enigmatic Mayan Empire. Throughout their journey, they unravel the mysteries surrounding the Maya civilization by visiting historical sites and immersing themselves in the authentic local lifestyle. In addition to exploring the civilization firsthand, they also showcase their culinary skills by creating fusion dishes that combine Korean and Mexican flavors using traditional ingredients.
Episodes
An expedition of three men who have come together begins! Actor Cha Seung-won teams up with Juyeon from THE BOYZ and actor Kim Sung-kyun. They travel to Mexico, where they will explore the culture and history of Ancient…
E2The First KeyIn order to receive the first key, the brothers must experience Mayan food. They travel to Zinacantan to complete their first mission. There, they meet a Mayan family who still maintains the traditional ways of the Maya…
E3The Second KeyAfter successfully completing the mission for the first key, it's time for the second mission. To complete the mission, the brothers head over to the market. While there, they pick up some ingredients for the Korean mea…
E4The Third KeyThe mission for the third key begins at Tonina. The brothers visit the Mayan pyramids located at Tonina and explore the ruins. They also visit the Tonina Museum to look at artifacts and to find hints related to their fo…
E5The Fourth KeyThe Maya exploring party leaves San Cristobal and heads to Tulum for its fourth mission. But before doing so, the three members visit a cafe that prepares cocoa drinks in the traditional Mayan way. Back at the lodging, …
E6The Fifth and Sixth KeysThe Maya exploring party continues to explore Tulum. They visit Cenote Lol-ha and have a good time exploring the sacred spring of Maya. However, Juyeon unexpectedly comes down with a cold. To invigorate their youngest m…
E7The Seventh KeyThe Maya exploring party once again explores the food of Maya. They visit a village of Mayan descendants in Coba to join their lunch and try out more traditional Mayan food. To express gratitude, the Maya exploring part…
E8The Eighth KeyThe Maya exploring party heads to Uxmal, a city of deities, to further explore the myths of Maya. Afterward, the members try various traditional Mayan cuisines at a Mayan restaurant. After sunset, they go to a plaza in …
E9The Last KeyThe Maya exploring party heads to Chichen Itza for its last day in Maya. The members explore historical sites in Chichen Itza and learn about ancient Maya’s amazing technology and astronomy. Afterward, they look back on…