This is the first first of an ongoing series of Arounder contests that will allow the lucky winners to experience in real life the locations they virtually explore with the app. To participate you need to be a registered citizen of ArounderTouch iPhone/iPad app.
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Visitors to Switzerland’s capital city are spoilt for choice, with an almost limitless offer of cultural activities, shopping and lifestyle to enjoy. The lucky winner will be contacted and the 4 day program, including all prizes, will be planned and organized following his wishes. At arrival in Bern the winner will be received by a representative of VRWay and of Bern Tourism in order to introduce him to the experience which awaits the winner and his travel partner.
THE PRIZE INCLUDES:
STAY IN THE OFFICIAL GUESTHOUSE OF THE SWISS GOVERNMENT
The BELLEVUE PALACE, a Leading Hotel of the World, is located on a terrace above the rolling River Aare and offers some of the city’s finest views of the distant Bernese Alps. Together with the adjacent buildings of the Bundeshaus (seat of the federal government), the hotel forms an imposing architectural ensemble on the southern edge of Bern’s beautiful old town, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site.
The BELLEVUE PALACE is a grand hotel in the classic style and of great national, historical and cultural importance.
Over the past century it has played host to many internationally eminent guests, ranging from monarchy and ministers to musicians, movie stars and even astronauts. Emperor Akihito of Japan, Queen Elisabeth of Britain, Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, Fidel Castro, Herbert von Karajan and Johnny Cash – these are just a few of the visitors to Bern who have passed through its distinguished doors. You will enjoy a Suite Deluxe with view on the Swiss Alps. Air conditioning, in room ADSL Internet (free of charge), W-Lan Internet, World Wide Sat TV, pay TV, master bedroom with desk and spacious bath, separate lounge, elegant furnishings and fabrics, direct-dial telephone, safe, mini-bar, balcony on request. Arrival should be on Thursday.
HELISWISS HELICOPTER CITY FLIGHT
View the city from another perspective. Your flight will start from Belp, Bern’s city airport, located 20 minutes from the city center.
VISIT THE JUNGFRAUJOCH, EUROPE’S HIGHEST RAILWAY STATION
The journey to the Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, at 3454 metres Europe’s highest altitude railway station, is the highlight of every visit to Switzerland. It offers visitors a high-Alpine wonderworld of ice, snow and rock, which can be marveled at from vantage terraces, the Aletsch Glacier or in the Ice Palace. On clear days, views extend as far as the Vosges mountains in France and Germany’s Black Forest. The train journey to the Jungfraujoch through the rock of the Eiger and Mönch is also an incredible experience. Visitors can enjoy stunning views from two intermediate stations, the Eigerwand (Eiger Wall) and Eismeer (Sea of Ice).
LEARN THE ART OF MAKING SWISS CHEESE
The Swiss have a long history of making cheese dating back 2,000 years. We will take you to the Emmental Exhibition Cheese Dairy (Emmentaler Schaukäserai AG) where you will have lunch and then learn about the ancient art of turning milk into solid food. After the aging process you will get your own-produced 8 Kg cheese shipped home.
DINE AT RESTAURANT LA TERRASSE
Experience the grand art of culinary hospitality in the very heart of Bern’s old town. The Restaurant La Terrasse boasts 16 Gault Millau points and is one of Bern’s exquisite gourmet restaurants. The impressive taste combinations and the unique atmosphere hold the promise of a superlative dining experience. And, weather permitting; why not enjoy the stunning views of the Bernese Alps from the Restaurant’s own terrace.
DINE AT KORNHAUSKELLER
Built between 1711 and 1718, Bern’s Kornhaus is made of sandstone from Ostermundigen and is considered an outstanding example of Bernese High Baroque style. The historically and conceptually unique Kornhauskeller is open daily. Dress well and dine fine beneath vaulted frescoed arches at Bern’s surprisingly ornate former granary, now a stunning cellar restaurant serving Mediterranean inspired cuisine.
YOU AND I – ROMANTIC HAMAM SPA FOR TWO
The Hammam & SPA Oktogon bathing ritual rests on the idea that the body should be warmed and cleansed in stages. Bern’s new Hammam will revive the spirit of oriental bathing. It is located in the city’s oldest gasometer dating from the nineteenth century, an octagonal building which gave the new Hammam its name.
GUIDED TOUR OF BERN’S OLD TOWN – A WORLD HERITAGE SITE
The medieval atmosphere in Bern’s historic old town with its countless alleyways and ancient towers and turrets is unique in Switzerland. Bern’s city centre is a recognized UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, and its miles of arcades make for an impressive covered shopping promenade.
GUIDED TOUR OF THE CLOCK TOWER ZYTGLOGGE
Today it is one of Bern’s most important sights. The ornate astronomical calendar clock was created in 1530.
GUIDED TOUR OF THE SWISS HOUSE OF PARLIAMENT
The House of Parliament are the seat of the Swiss government (Federal Council) and the parliament (National Council and Council of States). The parliament building was completed in 1902. The central domed hall and both chambers feature numerous symbolic renderings of Swiss history.
SWISS PASS 1 CLASS
The Swiss Travel System runs as smoothly as clockwork – each wheel engaging with the next in perfect harmony. The Swiss Pass affords you unlimited travel on Swiss Travel System’s public transport network on 4 consecutive days. Unlimited travel throughout the rail, bus and boat as well as local trams and buses in 41 cities, including scenic trains. As well as Free entrance to over 400 museums.
MUSEUMS PASS
Free access to museums.
AIRLINE TICKET(S)
Airline ticket: The winner will be responsible for booking their flights. They will receive up to $800 to spend on the flights and will be reimbursed up to this amount after providing proof of purchase.
GOOD LUCK !