Make Your Dollywood Trip Even More Memorable with a Specialized Tour

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This blog was written by Dollywood Public Relations Intern, Mia Cunningham

In addition to all the rides, shows, shops and food Dollywood has to offer, we have specialty tours that create unforgettable memories. Alongside the brand new 40^th Anniversary Tour, there are three tours available on Dollywood’s opening weekend, even beginning on March 14 with our Passholder Preview Day. Each tour will have its own theme and highlights, and they will all include exclusive perks.

I Will Always Love You Tour

Starting March 16 until the end of this festival on April 13, the I Will Always Love You tour showcases the music and performances of the festival as well as Dolly’s Influence on Dollywood.

Tickets for the tour are $79 plus tax per person (not including Park admission). Diamond Season Passholders are eligible for a $10 discount and Gold Season Passholders are eligible for a $5 discount. Children under the age of 3 do not need a ticket.

Daily tours begin at 2 p.m., but Guests need to check in at the TimeSaver Reservation Center by noon to receive their tour materials and show reservations.  

Participants will receive:

• 5 Hour Guided Walking Tour
• Collectible I Will Always Love You Lanyard
• Unique Keepsake crafted for the Tour
• Festival Show Reservations
• Limited Edition Festival Beverage

Dolly Parton Experience Guided Tour

If you want to learn even more about our Dreamer-in-Chief herself and her iconic career, check out the Dolly Parton Experience Tour.  This guided tour showcases the exhibits located in the Dolly Parton Experience: Songteller, Behind the Seams, Precious Memories in the Dreamsong lobby and Dolly’s Home-on-Wheels Tour Bus.

Tickets for this tour are $59 plus tax per person (not including Park admission). Like the festival tour, Diamond Season Passholders are eligible for a $10 discount and Gold Season Passholders a $5 discount. Children under 3 do not need a ticket.

One tour will be offered daily starting at 11 a.m. from March 16, 2025, to Jan. 4, 2026. Guests need to check in at the TimeSaver Reservation Center by 10:30 a.m. to receive their tour materials and show reservations.

Participants will receive:

• 5-2.5 Hour Guided Tour
• Collectible Glittered Lanyard
• Front of the Line Access to Songteller, Behind the Seams, Precious Memories and Dolly’s Home on Wheels
• Priority Show Reservations

Dollywood VIP Tour

For those wanting to experience the Park in a special, personalized and unique way, the VIP Tour is perfect for you. Each tour is specifically planned to maximize the Dollywood experience.

Make sure to book your tour at least 72 hours in advance for the best pricing. Tickets purchased in advance start at $299 plus tax per person and start at $349 plus tax per person when purchased within 72 hours. These prices do not include Park admission. Diamond Season Passholders are eligible for a $30 discount and Gold Season Passholders a $20 discount. Children 3 and under do not need a ticket.

You will receive a call from the VIP Tour Team 72 hours prior to the VIP tour date to discuss your interests and plan your day. The day of your tour will begin with a greeting by your personal tour guide in your reserved parking space in the Preferred Parking lot.

Participants will receive:

• Personal Tour Guide (8 Consecutive Hours w/ Extended Tours Available)
• Complimentary Preferred Parking
• Front-of-the-Line Access to All Attractions
• Reserved Seating at Participating Shows
• Package Pick-Up and Resort Delivery
• Priority Reservations to Full-Service Restaurant Locations
• Unique Keepsake Specially Created for VIP Tour Guests

Tickets for every tour can be purchased online, at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa or Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge & Resort Concierge, Sales & Service, TimeSaver or Dollywood’s Guest Services.

Book your Dollywood Tour today to create even more unforgettable memories!