Narayanhiti Palace Tour: Explore Royal Nepal's History

Explore the Narayanhiti Palace, a symbol of opulence and royalty, on this 4-hour tour. Experience the lifestyle of the King of Nepal as a professional guide leads your group, limited to 15 participants. Formerly off-limits to the public, you’ll visit the 19 Sadans of the Palace before being transferred back to your accommodation.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Narayanhiti Palace Museum - A professional guide will meet you at your hotel and transfer to the Narayanhiti Palace Museum. Begin your visit inside the palace and gather knowledge regarding the history of Nepal. The Palace is divided into 3 sections, the guest wing, state wing, and the private wing. The 52 rooms, or sadan, are named after 75 districts of Nepal. Observe the interior of the Palace, based on late Victorian styles. See the reception hall, called Kaski Sadan, where Shah Monarchs of Nepal gave audience to politicians and performed oath ceremonies for the Prime Minister and heads of constitutional bodies for the kingdom.

The throne room, Gorkha Baithak, is the center of the entire palace and located right above Kaski Baithak. To the right of the Gorkha Baithak, is Dolpa Sadan, used as the room for the uninvited guests of the royal family to view proceedings of Gorkha Baithak through a one-way viewing mirror. Court ceremonies of Narayanhiti durbar were held in Dhanusha Baithak where the king awarded decorations. Walk through the room that was used for teeka and Darsan during Dashain by the royal family. Visit a total of 19 Sadans before heading back to your hotel.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Small-group tour (maximum of 15)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • Please note: The museum is open 11am - 4pm (February to October) and 11am - 3pm (November to January)
Location
Kathmandu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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