Dolly Parton’s Legendary Luxury Tour Bus Is Now Open For Private Hire, But The Price Tag Is No Joke

Imagine working “9 to 5” before coming back to Dolly Parton’s motorhome! Two lucky guests can live the life of a showbiz icon, as part of their stay at the Dollywood DreamMore Resort & Spa in Tennessee. Used by Dolly herself over 15 years, this lavish, country-infused getaway on wheels is the ultimate treat for fans. Is it expensive? We’ll use some Straight Talk at this point… Yes siree!

Gypsy Wagon

The incomparable Dolly always has her feet on the ground. In fact, she’s so grounded she even hates flying. That’s how the 45-foot-long “Suite 1986” entered her life. Emblazoned with her signature in pink, Dolly’s preferred mode of transportation is the perfect reflection of her free-roaming spirit. She even calls it her “Gypsy Wagon!”

Step aboard

This unmistakeable ex-tour bus was a source of comfort and inspiration to the much-loved songstress and all-round talent. She reportedly wrote her album Backwoods Barbie here, together with the behemoth that is 9 To 5 the Musical. It’s the place she feels most comfortable, and she wants to share it with you. Ready to step aboard and become immersed in the land of Dolly?

Across North America

The Canadian-made Prevost bus transported Dolly to various destinations between 2008 and 2022. It’s taken her all across North America, stopping off at places such as L.A., and of course her home base of Nashville, Tennessee. In 2016 she embarked on the epic Pure & Simple tour. Her biggest for a quarter of a century, it comprised no fewer than 60 cities — and the bus was her home for that time. 

On-board kitchenette

Who drove this dream machine? That responsibility belonged to Tim Dunlap, who was also treated to some home-made meals from the country legend herself. Dunlap and personal assistant Judy Ogle reportedly ate sandwiches and other goodies, delivered fresh from Dolly’s on-board kitchenette. Not so much “Islands In The Stream”, as Thousand Island Dressing!