Terms + Conditions

Day trips

Terms for day trips will be agreed to by the parties when booking. There are currently no regular group tours available to join. All tours are private and are priced accordingly.

Group tour

1. Prices and Payments

Travel for May 8-14, 2026, costs €4950. Reserving your spot on the Tour requires a deposit of €2000, due by March 1, 2026. This tour is based on double occupancy, with a single supplement available for €1100 per person. The final payment is due April 1. Deposits can be made at any time before the deadline and are refundable up to that point.

As I am located in Canada, all payments will be converted to CAD at an exchange rate of 1.7%. International payments can be made via credit card with Square, a certified cheque, or a money transfer. Travellers from Canada can use the same options, plus a direct e-transfer. All Participants must agree to these terms and conditions before a deposit can be accepted.

After the deposit deadline is met, deposits are refundable only if the Tour is undeliverable due to either not meeting the minimum numbers or FXT cancelling it, which will be at FXT's sole discretion. Please note that acts of God or COVID-related cancellations are outside my control. Any deposits will remain with FXT for use on future travel opportunities within one year or will be forfeited unless we reach an arrangement.

Subsequent and additional payments are non-refundable unless the tour is undeliverable and cancelled by FXT (excluding acts of God, etc.). Any refunds will not include upgraded bookings, single supplements, artist fees already arranged, guided tour bookings, concierge services, or any other expenses already assumed in the good-faith delivery of the tour. Any deposits made by FXT to secure tour opportunities on your behalf will be deducted from the refund when applicable.

Private tours, shopping experiences or extended concierge services can be booked at any time, with payment due upon booking. Prices do not include your bank's exchange rates or any credit card fees, which will be applied at the time of payment. FXT reserves the right to charge additional fees if the exchange rate for CAD to Euros fluctuates dramatically at the time of booking or if travel costs jump significantly. Refunds will be processed within 30 days, where applicable, and the amount of any fees incurred from payment processors or banks will be deducted.

2. Travel and Accommodation

All Participants are responsible for the costs and arrangements of their own flights, fees and airport transfers. This allows Participants to extend or modify their trip and use points or passes for travel. Accommodations will be at the discretion of FXT and are based on double occupancy. A complimentary breakfast will be included for each participant at the hotel during its designated hours throughout the tour days.

Each participant will be required to leave a credit card number with the front desk to accommodate any other charges, such as dry cleaning, room service, other hotel services, or damages. All participants are responsible for their own comfort and must abide by the hotel's rules. Participants are also responsible for their own baggage and personal belongings, and FXT assumes no liability for loss or damage to baggage in transit to and from a tour or while on the tour. Taxes for the hotel will be paid by FXT for the hotel dates booked by FXT for the participants. Additional nights at the same hotel will be made directly with the hotel by the Participant with assistance from FXT if required, and will be paid by the participant to the hotel.

To prioritize my clients' interests and consider affordability, if a Participant prefers to book alternative accommodations, a discount on the trip can be arranged. Discounts could be as high as €2000 and will be confirmed once the hotel booking prices are finalized. FXT does not receive any special hotel rates beyond early reservations, which allows me to offer this in addition to my already competitive pricing and exclusive activities.

FXT requests that participants purchase trip cancellation and *requires medical insurance.  Any questions or concerns regarding travel insurance should be directed to each participant’s travel insurance company.  Any financial loss associated with a participant’s travel arrangements or luggage is a personal responsibility of the participant, and FXT is not responsible, financially or otherwise, for such travel arrangements to and from the Tour. Participants are responsible for their own luggage and must transport it to and from, as well as within, the hotel, unless otherwise provided by the hotel. 

3. Itinerary 

The itinerary listed on the website is a sample, and activities are subject to change at any time to accommodate what is available during the tour’s time in Paris and may be varied by factors beyond FXT’s control.  FXT has sole discretion to substitute services, meals, and goods as it deems appropriate in the circumstances and will endeavour to find suitable replacements as may be required. However, FXT shall not refund, in whole or in part, any monies if it is unable to find an appropriate replacement or substitution.

Participants will be responsible for meeting the tour group at the appointed times and places for departure each day, and are responsible for arriving at each location ON TIME. A guide will meet participants each day at the hotel on most days; however, participants can also meet the tour group anywhere along the tour route at their discretion. Please note that you may not be guaranteed entrance to activities/tours if you are late. Participants will receive details about the next day at the end of each day. Notification is appreciated if a participant plans to be absent or late for any event, including departure.

All communications will be delivered in person or via electronic messaging, and FXT cannot be held responsible if you are unable to receive relevant information digitally. Participants are required to keep up with the tour group and be respectful of the time allotted during the Tour’s stops for shopping or photos. If a Participant is missing or lost during the tour, it is the participant's sole responsibility to contact the guide and make their way back to the group at the following location or back to their hotel. No refunds will be given for partial or complete absence during the Tour. Although we encourage the use of the buddy system, each participant is responsible for themselves at all times. The tour may not be able to accommodate latecomers or those who are unable to keep up with the group, depending on the circumstances; however, I will always try to accommodate my guests wherever possible.

Participants will be required to use a travel plan to record data on their smartphones, as all information will be delivered electronically via email or text when not in person. Important information, such as meeting points or changes during the tour days when the group is split up, needs to be accessible to the Participant. If you do not have a smartphone and data, FXT cannot be held responsible if you do not receive important information. You can access an eSim from a wide range of companies or use a travel plan from your service provider. Feel free to ask if you need some direction.

4. Transportation While on Tour

FXT will provide each Participant with metro passes or tickets, which the Participant is responsible for carrying with them during the tour. If the pass is lost or damaged, they will be responsible for replacing the transit pass or fare ticket. FXT may provide alternative transportation, such as a car service, taxi, or bus, at its discretion if the locations are inaccessible by metro or on foot. If participants wish to book their own transportation, they may do so at their own expense and discretion, provided they meet the timelines set by the tour. If participants are not able to manage the transportation offered by FXT at any time, they are required to pay for their own taxi or car service. This is a walking tour, and participants must be able to keep up with the group. If they are unable to do so, they will be asked to take a car to the following location at their own expense or to meet up at a later time. FXT endeavours to limit the walking needed by scheduling activities in proximity wherever possible.

Please be advised that we may walk as many as 10,000 steps a day, encounter numerous stairs when using the metro, and stand for extended periods in museums where seating may be limited or unavailable. Please ensure that you disclose any information that may limit your participation at the time of booking. Refunds are not available if your ability to participate changes or if the tour activities are too strenuous.

5. Food and Beverage

FXT provides participants with a complimentary breakfast each day at the hotel. Participants will be provided with lunch on each full day of the tour, excluding beverages, desserts, extra courses, or additions unless specified or approved. While the tour strives to accommodate each participant’s dietary restrictions wherever possible, FXT cannot guarantee that all meals will be suitable to meet each Participant’s specific dietary needs or requests. FXT will usually be able to recommend nearby places to accommodate restrictions wherever possible, and participants are welcome to change or add to their meals at their own cost. Participants should not order multiple courses without clearance from the guide, as lunch timing is often limited to accommodate the following location. If you decide to make additions or extra courses beyond what is provided, you will need to consult the guide or be prepared to meet up with the group later, if necessary. Some activities do not allow latecomers, and your guide can tell you if you will be allowed to arrive late to any event.

Gift baskets may include allergens. All other meals will be at the participant’s own discretion and expense. FXT can provide recommendations and may be able to assist with reservations; alternatively, you can utilize the concierge services included with your hotel. 

6. Insurance and Emergencies

Participants must have their own medical insurance and will need to provide FXT with details of this insurance, along with emergency contacts, at least 5 days prior to the start of the tour. Participants will be responsible for attending the designated tour days and will not be refunded if any days or the entire trip are missed, unless cancelled by FXT or as part of a previous arrangement. Participants are required to provide flight details to FXT at least 5 days prior to the start of the tour and must maintain contact with FXT if any travel delays are encountered. 

7. Waiver and Indemnity

Participants may not substitute themselves for any other person in a spot purchased on the tour. Participants will all need to sign A RELEASE, WAIVER, ASSUMPTION OF RISKS AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT and provide such executed copy to FXT a minimum of 5 days prior to the start of the Tour.  Copies of the terms and conditions and the contract/waiver will be sent before the tour commences. If a participant receives the waiver and decides not to sign it, they will not be permitted to participate in any aspect of the tour, including the hotel. They will not receive a refund as this will be deemed a forfeiture.

8. Behaviour

Each participant must observe the rules of basic common courtesy and respect for all tour group members, the guide, and any other people we encounter. FXT does not tolerate any homophobia, sexism, racism, violence, transphobia, harassment, ableism, or general hatefulness or intolerance. Each participant shall respect the authority and follow the directions of the guide and the laws of the country where the tour operates at all times.  Behaviour deemed illegal, inappropriate, offensive, disrespectful, or harmful during the tour is at the sole discretion of FXT. If this occurs, the participant will not be allowed to continue the rest of the tour, will receive no refund, but will be permitted to keep their hotel room for the duration. If the Hotel asks a guest to leave, FXT will not be responsible for providing alternate accommodations, and no refund will be provided.

This is a no-smoking tour. However, we cannot control the environments we will be in to be completely smoke-free. Participants will not be permitted to smoke while walking or eating with the group, even if in a designated smoking area; however, participants can remove themselves from the other participants if they would like to smoke.

*COVID-19 requirements in France are continuously changing, and FXT will ensure that Participants understand the requirements at the time of travel and may be able to advise how to comply. You will not receive a refund if you become ill during your travel and are unable to participate. If you present with symptoms, you may be asked to wear a mask inside and around the group (provided); the decision will be at the guide's discretion. If you miss out on the tour due to contracting Covid-19 or another illness prior to departure, we will consider refunding any money not already paid on your behalf toward your future travel with us, up to one month before the tour, minus any money already paid or unrecoverable. You must comply with all local laws regarding masking, vaccinations, and social distancing. Respirator-style masks are appreciated and encouraged when indoors with the group, on the metro, and in crowded areas, regardless of your health status. Your payment will include masks and testing. All guests will undergo COVID testing during orientation for the safety of the group, vendors, and guides. Anyone testing positive will be required to wear a respirator-style mask correctly for the entire duration of the tour, both indoors and outdoors, and will be required to eat on the terrace, maintaining a distance from the group.

*If you require a mask exemption, cannot be relied on to follow instructions, or refuse to test, this might not be the tour for you. Masking before travel and on the plane is highly recommended to help prevent infection before the tour. If you become ill during the tour and refuse these requirements, you will not be allowed to participate in the tour.

These are the terms under which FXT offers its group tours. By registering and paying your deposit for a tour, you agree to all terms and conditions set forth herein.  Please read these terms carefully before booking your tour with FXT.  FXT acts as the tour operator and guide for its tours but is not responsible for the acts or omissions of other participants, clients, sponsors, other guides, translators, vendors or people who may be encountered on the tour.

Please feel free to email me with any questions or concerns. I look forward to making your Parisian dreams come true!