Willy Fog, in the Reform Club, makes a bet with his colleagues that he can make a trip around the world in 80 days, betting half of his fortune. He will leave that very same night.

Willy Fog and Rigodon and Tico arrive to the train station. Inspector Dix and his assistant Buly get on the train to follow Willy Fog as they believe he is the bank chief.

Willy Fog, Rigodon and Tico arrive to Bridisi. Willy Fog and his companions embark on the Mongolia. Transfer, Inspector Dix and Buly also get on the ship.

They get off on Suez but somebody steals their passports (Transfer). They get on camels to follow the thief. They all go back to the port and once again embark to Mongolia.

The Mongolia navigates in the Red Sea. Transfer disguises as Willy Fog to try to get in his bedroom and steal his money.

The Mongolia arrives to Bombay. Transfer (disguised as Willy Fog) tells Rigodon that the train will be delayed one hour.