4th May 2026 Mainlander / PTGThe Mainlander is introducing a series of winter weekend rail journeys across the South Island, with six limited departures scheduled between July and September 2026.
27th January 2026 Mainlander / PTGPounamu Tourism Group’s The Mainlander has added new South Island journeys to its 2026 schedule following a sold-out Invercargill tour, with two further trips now open for booking.
1st December 2025 Mainlander / PTG / RailThe Mainlander’s inaugural service will run from 20-23 January 2026.
