The Great Passion Play
The New Holy Land Tour

The New Holy Land Tour at the Great Passion PlayThe New Holy Land Tour provides visitors of all ages with the unique opportunity to experience the people, culture, and history of the ancient Middle East. On this 2 1/2 hour interactive Biblical teaching tour, you will explore the ancient Middle-Eastern culture in which Jesus was raised and meet characters from the time of Moses to the time of Christ.

Visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the educational and inspirational experience of the Holy Land Tour on our comfortable tram. As they tour through the New Holy Land, a guide will explain each exhibit. At stops along the way you meet Biblical characters who present a living history of the scriptures providing a greater understanding..

New on the New Holy Land Tour...
Visitors going on the New Holy Land tour at The Great Passion Play will experience new and exciting additions to the wonderful venues available on the grounds. In an effort to make the tour come even more alive, significant enhancements can be seen at Moses’ Tabernacle in the Wilderness as well as at the Sea of Galilee.
The New Holy Land Tour

Scripture reveals the importance of God’s instructions to the priests as they performed their duties inside the Tabernacle. In 2 Chronicles 2:4, it says “Behold, I build an house to the name of the Lord my God (the Tabernacle), to dedicate it to Him, and to burn before Him sweet incense, ……..”. Then, inside the Holy of Holies, the Shekinah glory of God (the pillar of fire) burns on the mercy seat. Of course, none but the priests were privileged to enter, but through the New Holy Land Tour, we are able to receive a “visual” of what they experienced.

At the Sea of Galilee, Simon Peter talks of the overpowering experience of “walking with Jesus”, witnessing the miracles, time after time, of Jesus’ providing for His sheep. Finally, to see Jesus walk on the water and pray for the guests brings an unspeakable joy to those in attendance.

Jesus Walks on Water at the Great Passion PlayThe hope is that, with such additions, understanding of the scriptures will be even sharper and more powerful in the hearts and lives of the visitors.

38 Historically Accurate Exhibits
Each of the 38 individual exhibits in the New Holy Land Tour have been researched for historical accuracy and have been recreated as authentically as possible. Your New Holy Land Tour includes:

Speaking with a “Levitical Priest” in the full-scale replica of Moses' Tabernacle in the Wilderness; visiting a replica of a first century inn typical of the type where Mary and Joseph may have asked for shelter; a first century stable typical of where Jesus was born; walking beside the "Sea of Galilee" with Simon Peter as he speaks of his last days with Jesus; and visiting the upper room where Jesus and his disciples feasted for the Last Supper.

Tour HoursScene from the New Holy Land Tour in Eureka Springs
Please allow 2 1/2 hours for the New Holy Land Tour. The New Holy Land Tour is open on the same days as The Great Passion Play Performances. Please check our schedule for up-to-date information.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Departure times - Every 15 minutes beginning at 10:00 a.m. Last tour begins at 3:30 p.m.

Book Your New Holy Land Tour
Because space is limited, reservations are required for the New Holy Land Tour. Please book your reservations as soon as your itinerary is planned.