Month: January 2020

If you’re planning a stop in the Holy Land, whether, for a well-deserved vacation or a business trip, the last thing you want is the hassle of untangling the ins and outs of a foreign country, a strange language, and an unfamiliar culture. It takes time, and can be daunting to inexperienced travellers.

Travelling is made easy when you know someone on the inside – someone responsible, knowledgeable, and able to take you from point A to point B smoothly and confidently.

For over 20 years, we at Gold Carpet Tours have been providing guided tours as well as V.I.P. services. We take care of your every need before you arrive, throughout your visit, up till your very last moment with us.

 

V.I.P. – Airport and Vehicle Services

Our services include different V.I.P Airport packages to make your landing, taking off and everything in between a piece of cake. You can expect us to meet you at your gate or plane, brisk through security checks, handle your baggage and all incoming flight procedures. And of course, the same for your outgoing flight! So you can sit back and relax in a V.I.P lounge or private room with refreshments galore – and we’ll take care of the rest.

And if you’d like, a premium, safe, and well air-conditioned vehicle will await to take you to your next destination and beyond. Our vehicles, suitable for individuals or groups, are driven by licensed, English-speaking drivers and are under the supervision of our Traffic and Safety Officer.

Forget about sorting out car-rental insurance paperwork. That way, you can stay focused on what matters most to you.

 

 

Your Schedule, Our Responsibility

Your dream vacation or business trip is of utmost importance, and we’re here to make sure your hard-earned money and time is spent well. We will work with you to craft your schedule, tailor-made to your interests and purpose and fitting comfortably within your budget.

We will plan in detail every moving part, from your transportation and accommodation to ensuring you arrive on time at locations, meetings and events. Leave it to us to make sure every moment is exactly how you envisioned it.

Guides – Professional, Knowledgeable, and Experienced

The best tour guides are the ones who recognize your particular interests and know how to adjust to your needs. We hand select the best of Israel’s professional guides, competent in different languages and experts in their fields. Your trip is best enhanced by a guide who has had years of field experience. No individual or group is the same, and it’s our pleasure to make sure that the purpose of your visit is fulfilled.

And, if soaring through the sky and seeing the beautiful landscapes of Israel is more your cup of tea, allow us to take you on the helicopter ride of a lifetime. Our guides will faithfully tell the unforgettable stories that will unfold its beauty.
Whether you are airborne or land-bound, we’ll make sure your experience is unforgettable.

 

 

We hold to the highest standards of the tour agency business and prioritize the customer above everything. Over the years we’ve had the honour of serving customers such as Israel’s Ministry of Defense, universities, Israel’s aviation industry, high-tech and biomedical companies, and more.

Our services are for individuals, groups, business people, company guests, mission trips, families . . . whoever you may be!

What are your interests? perhaps your trip is geared towards archaeology, history, or agriculture; perhaps it is for a family celebration like a bar/bat mitzvah; perhaps you are scouting for a business venture; or perhaps you are merely exploring – whatever your plan is, we’ve got you covered.

Check out the wide variety of tours we have to offer, as well as our V.I.P. Airport and Transfer Services, and we’ll get to work on the perfect, hands-off trip that you deserve.

The Old City sits like a jewel in the crown that is the capital city, Jerusalem. Wars and victories, events that have changed the course of history, political controversies, and celebrations of different cultures and different faiths – all have happened within this 0.9 square kilometers (0.35 square miles) guarded by a high stone wall and 12 massive gates (some working, some not).

What is the Old City? Up until 1860, when the famous neighborhood of Mishkenot Sha’ananim was established, the Old City housed the entire population of Jerusalem. Today, it is divided into four uneven quarters: Muslim, Jewish, Christian, and Armenian.

Its narrow stone alleyways, blend of cultures, and tourist attractions make it one of the most intriguing and welcoming places for visitors and locals alike.

 

The Western Wall

The Western Wall (also known as the Wailing Wall) is a small remaining segment of an ancient and much longer retaining wall. The wall was erected as part of the expansion of the Second Temple. This site is considered the holiest place for Jews to pray at, as they believe the Temple, built by King Solomon, was the dwelling place of the presence of God.

Traditionally, people of all beliefs, nationalities, and ages come here to seek God in prayer, write their requests on notes, place them between the crevasses of the ancient stones, and experience spiritual connection. Coming-of-age celebrations (bar/bat mitzvahs) are celebrated there with the reading of Holy Scripture, and cultural events are held in the large plaza in front of the wall.

 

 

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Between the winding walls of the Christian Quarter stands, tall and proud, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Dating back to the 4th century, it contains the two holiest sites in Christianity. It is believed to be the site called Golgotha (which means ‘skull’ in Hebrew), where Jesus was crucified, and the place of his burial and resurrection. The tomb is enclosed by a shrine called Aedicula.

You will be overwhelmed by a feeling of reverence as you smell the sweet aromas of anointing oil and incense, listen to the sound of prayers echoing off the magnificent structure, and walk the 9-14 stations of the cross in quiet contemplation.

 

The Temple Mount/Dome of the Rock

The Dome of the Rock is an Islamic shrine, located on the Temple Mount. Beneath the golden dome is the Foundation Stone, which is protected and surrounded by exquisite arches and pillars and ancient Arabic inscriptions.

In Islamic tradition, it is known to be the starting point from which the Prophet Muhammad started his Night Journey into the heavens on his legendary horse, El-Burak. In Abrahamic religions, it is believed to be where God began the creation of the world, where Abraham attempted to sacrifice his son, and the dwelling place of God’s divine presence.

 

 

The Old City and its exceptional religious landmarks present a rare opportunity to experience a beautiful melting pot of cultures that is hard to find in other places.

We would love to take you there on one of our daily tours. You can walk through the open market, stop at the different quarters, and visit the sites that have had people from all over the world flocking to Jerusalem’s Old City every year.