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Kathmandu Living Goddess Kumari Tour

Kathmandu Durbar Square & Living Goddess Kumari Short Tour (1–2 Hours) Tour Duration Options Quick Tour: 1 hour Extended Tour: 1.5–2 hours Tour Highlights Visit the Kumari Ghar (Residence of the Living Goddess) Possible Kumari Darshan from the first-floor balcony Explore UNESCO site Kathmandu Durbar Square Learn the history of the Malla & Shah Kings Visit ancient temples: Taleju Temple (outside only) Hanuman Dhoka Kal Bhairav Jagannath Temple Discover the Kasthamandap (the wooden pavilion that named Kathmandu) Experience local culture, artisans, and vibrant courtyards Insightful storytelling from your local guide ITINERARY (1–2 Hours) Option A: Morning Tour (10:15 AM – 11:45 AM) 10:15 AM – Meet at Basantapur Square Introduction to Kathmandu Durbar Square Brief history of the Malla dynasty View Kasthamandap, Trailokya Mohan Temple & surrounding shrines 10:30 AM – Kumari Ghar Visit Arrival at courtyard of Kumari Ghar Guide explains the Living Goddess tradition Kumari Darshan Window (10:30 AM–12 PM) Wait for a few minutes for Kumari's appearance Photography restrictions briefed 11:00 AM – Main Palace & Temples Walk Hanuman Dhoka, Nasal Chowk (outside), Taleju Temple Gate Kal Bhairav & Swet Bhairav Taleju Bell & Local marketplaces 11:30 AM – Cultural Walk & Conclusion Walk around Freak Street or local shops Tour ends at Basantapur or Hanuman Dhoka Museum gate Option B: Evening Tour (3:45 PM – 5:00 PM) 3:45 PM – Meet at Basantapur Square Orientation of Durbar Square Explore Kasthamandap, Maju Dega & Krishna Temple 4:00 PM – Kumari Ghar Visit Enter courtyard of Kumari Residence Kumari Darshan Time (4 PM–5 PM) Learn about rituals, festivals, and living goddess culture 4:30 PM – Old Palace & Temples Tour Taleju Temple entrance area Hanuman Dhoka Palace (outer courtyards) Kal Bhairav & local shrines Stone inscriptions and royal artifacts 5:00 PM – Tour Ends Option for tea at a rooftop overlooking Durbar Square Cost included: Entrance tickets English Speaking guide Vehicle up to Kathmandu Durbar square form your hotel (Two way) Total cost for the Tour: USD 70 per person Two to three person: USD 60 per person (Group offer)