What People Are Saying
“Highly enjoyable and extremely educational. I strongly recommend this tour for anyone interested in learning more about Colombo and Sri Lanka.”
— Ciaran Mulhern“Went with Timetravel Ceylon on the wonderful “From Shrine to Studio” art tour in Colombo, led by the knowledgeable Hasini and well-organized by Kasun. It was an incredible glimpse into the interminglings of different faiths and artistic practices in the city, with stops at Buddhist temples, a gallery, and an Anglican church. Incredibly informative and fun!”
— Gillian Murphy“One of the best experience curators in Sri Lanka..”
— Charith Samarakoon
Who we are
At Timetravel Ceylon, we believe that true wellbeing and happiness arise from three sacred relationships: with yourself, with others, and with the natural world. Modern life has fractured these bonds, leaving us hurried, disconnected, and unmoored. Our journeys are designed to help you restore them.
Through the wisdom of healers, monks, and visionaries of ancient Ceylon, we rediscover how earlier civilisations sustained balance between the individual, community, and earth. Each curated experience becomes a quiet act of recalibration: a chance to reconnect, to heal, to belong, to breathe.
Our philosophy of luxury travel is not about escape, but return — to authenticity, meaning, and grace.
Core values
Authenticity: Private access to historians, archaeologists, and master craftspeople who open doors to new dimensions.
Quiet Luxury: Thoughtfully restored colonial residences, discreet service, and sustainable travel that honours both place and people.
Intellectual & Inner Depth: Experiences shaped by research, reflection, and ritual; journeys that nourish both curiosity and calm.
Transformation & Wellbeing: Encounters that leave you renewed, not only with insight into Ceylon’s timeless culture, but with a sense of balance, grounding, and quiet inspiration.
How we curate
Every journey begins with a conversation,
and unfolds as a story written just for you.
Our process is deliberately personal and collaborative, designed for travellers who value depth, detail, and distinction. All ideas on our site will become bespoke experiences tailored to your travel style.
1. The Conversation
It begins with understanding you: your interests, curiosities, pace, and philosophy of travel. Whether through a private consultation or virtual meeting, we listen deeply to uncover what inspires you — art, heritage, nature, or quiet reflection.
2. The Curation
We translate those insights into a narrative journey, selecting places, storytellers, and moments that resonate. It does not matter if it is only a few hours or a week. Each itinerary is crafted with historical authenticity, artistic integrity, and cultural sensitivity to match your personality.
3. The Craftsmanship
Every element — from handpicked stays to exclusive encounters — is refined and confirmed with our local partners, historians, and hosts. Our focus is seamless execution with sustainable ethics and discreet luxury.
4. The Experience
During your journey, our team remains quietly present, ensuring every transition, every detail, feels effortless. What you feel is freedom; what you experience is curation at work.
5. The Reflection
Once home, your journey continues through personal mementoes, recordings, or illustrated journals curated by us to help you relive your experience and see it anew.
Explore our exclusive luxury travel collection and book a personalized appointment with our expert curators.
Who We Work Best With
We design journeys for travellers who value understanding over accumulation, and depth over speed. Our work resonates most strongly with those who are curious, patient, and open to complexity.
We work especially well with:
Independent travellers and private couples
who prefer flexibility, thoughtful pacing, and interpretive depth. They travel not to “see everything,” but to see well—often lingering longer, asking questions, and valuing conversation as much as place.
Small, culturally curious groups
Friends, professionals, artists, scholars, and thinkers who enjoy shared inquiry. For them, travel is a collective experience—one shaped by dialogue, reflection, and the slow unfolding of ideas.
Couples marking a meaningful moment
Honeymooners, anniversary travellers, or those at a life threshold, who seek beauty with substance. They are less interested in spectacle, and more in shared memory, quiet discovery, and journeys that feel formative rather than indulgent.
Our journeys may not be the right fit for those seeking fast-paced sightseeing, large-group travel, or pre-packaged experiences. We design for those who are willing to slow down—and listen.
Do you resonate? Then…
Or scroll down to meet our storytellers.
Meet our storytellers
Kasun and Hasini worked together as researchers and collaborators across South and Southeast Asia for years before founding Timetravel Ceylon. They now share their knowledge, gained through years of education, training, and on-the-ground work, with their community and those who visit Sri Lanka.
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Curator of Experiences
Hasini is the storyteller — crafting journeys that weave together history, art, and imagination. Her training in Sociology, Asian Studies, Museum Anthropology and Oral History, brings intellectual depth and purpose to the experiences she curates: From heritage walks to literary trails, she shapes each experience as a narrative of connection across time and place.
Before founding Timetravel Ceylon, Hasini worked with communities rebuilding their lives after decades of conflict and managed a project for healing through arts and culture. Hasini is educated in Colombo University Sri Lanka, Delhi University India, Lund University Sweden and Columbia University in New York, USA.
Hasini on Sri Lankan Museums (Youtube)
Hasini on Al Jazeera: Art in Times of Struggle
Read Hasini’s books:
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Curator of JourneysKasun brings those stories to life on the ground — coordinating every detail with precision and warmth. From partnerships with local communities to the minute details behind each itinerary, he ensures that every Timetravel moment unfolds seamlessly. Before joining Timetravel Ceylon, Kasun worked with a network of South and Southeast Asian communities for peacebuilding. Kasun is educated in Sri Lanka and Norway.
Our Partners
Immersive Trails is a dynamic marketplace connecting travelers with a world of authentic, expert-led experiences. We believe in the transformative power of travel and its ability to foster understanding, connection, and personal growth. Our mission is to empower both travelers and local experts by creating a seamless and mutually beneficial ecosystem.
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