Scotland travelpass

The Spirit of Scotland Travel­pass provides, within the allowed time period, unlimited travel on several railways as well as on routes in Scotland serviced by Scottish Citylink, Stagecoach and First Bus motorcoaches and Caledonian MacBrayne ferries. Pass holders also get discounts on selected tours and cruises and 20% off fares for ferries to the Orkney and Shetland islands.

A pass lasting eight days with four days of eligible travel costs £134 (near $192), and a 15-day pass with eight days’ travel costs £179.70. Passes can be booked in advance at www.britrail.net (fill in “Book Your Pass” box).