Refund policy
Cancellation & Refund Policy
At About Town (operated by About-Town FZCO), we strive to provide a seamless travel booking experience[cite: 1, 2]. All tour, attraction, and city pass bookings made through about-town.co are processed via our integrated booking system partner, Bókun (a Tripadvisor company), and payment gateway Stripe[cite: 1, 2]. By completing a purchase on our website, you agree to the terms outlined below[cite: 1, 2].
1. General Cancellation Terms
Cancellation rules vary depending on the specific tour, ticket, or city pass selected[cite: 1, 2]. The exact cancellation window is always displayed on the product page before payment and inside your Bókun confirmation email[cite: 1, 2].
| Product / Category | Cancellation Window | Refund Status |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Flexible Tours | Up to 24 hours before start time | 100% Full Refund |
| 48-Hour Cancellation Experiences | Up to 48 hours before start time | 100% Full Refund |
| Timed Entry / Monument Tickets | Non-cancellable once confirmed | Non-Refundable (0%) |
| Activated Digital City Passes | After pass activation or first use | Non-Refundable (0%) |
| Late Cancellation / No-Show | Less than required notice or missed time | Non-Refundable (0%) |
Important Note on Fixed Attractions & City Passes: Tickets for specific timed slots (e.g., Acropolis, Wawel Castle, Prague Castle) or activated digital passes are non-refundable once issued, as capacity is reserved directly in the supplier's Bókun system at the moment of booking[cite: 1, 2].
2. Cancellations by Supplier or Force Majeure
If an activity, tour, or attraction is canceled by the local operator due to severe weather, unexpected venue closure, or safety reasons[cite: 1, 2]:
- You will be offered an alternative time slot or rescheduled date[cite: 1, 2].
- If an alternative date is not suitable for your itinerary, a 100% full refund will be issued to your original payment method[cite: 1, 2].
3. How to Request a Cancellation or Refund
Since all reservations are tracked in real-time through Bókun, please submit refund requests via official channels to ensure proper system sync[cite: 1, 2]:
- Find your Bókun booking reference number in your confirmation email (e.g.,
AT-XXXXXX)[cite: 1, 2]. - Email us at info@about-town.co with the subject line:
Cancellation Request - [Your Reference Number][cite: 1, 2]. - Alternatively, click the "Manage Booking" link in your original Bókun confirmation email (if applicable for your booking tier)[cite: 1, 2].
4. Refund Processing Time
Once a cancellation is authorized in our Bókun dashboard[cite: 1, 2]:
- Refunds are immediately routed through Stripe back to your original payment account (Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay)[cite: 1, 2].
- It takes approximately 5 to 10 business days for the funds to reflect on your account statement[cite: 1, 2].
- About Town charges zero processing fees on eligible cancellations[cite: 1, 2].
5. Rescheduling & Booking Changes
If you wish to modify your date or time slot instead of canceling, please contact us at least 24 hours prior to the activity[cite: 1, 2]. Date changes are subject to Bókun calendar availability and operator approval[cite: 1, 2].
Contact & Support Details
Customer Support Email: info@about-town.co
Phone / WhatsApp: +1 (312) 599-0127
Operating Entity: About-Town FZCO
Registration & License: TRN: 104631328200001 | Trade License #49500