25 seat minibus, good for bar hopping around town or a short excursion. Yes, drinks are OK! Here’s the deal:

3 hours, $350. Flat rate, no individual fares. $300 FULLY REFUNDABLE cleaning deposit.$100/hour for additional hours. Client, not driver or Van Man Charters, assumes liability for alcohol consumption and age requirements. Party safe!

Call 530.520.4303 for booking, first come first serve. Thanks!

Malinda, of Ms. Red’s Travel, will hostess lights tours with Van Man Charters this year. Please call for reservations and details at 514-0704.

Carpooling, or “ride sharing”, has obvious advantages, and vanpooling maximizes those benefits when there are between 5-12 people.  For those Chicoans who work in a larger company in another town, it might be an idea to post something on the bulletin board at work to see if  there are a handful of like-minded peers.

To form a van pool, we’ll need  minimum group size of 5 passengers; Van Man Charters doesn’t charge individual fares, so the flat rate for the group will be divided by the number of passengers…the more the merrier! Regular rates do not apply, a low special bid will be offered by the week or by continuing contract, and other variables such as mileage and times.

For a quote and for any questions, please speak with Casey at 530.520.4303

Groups of up to a dozen people from the Chico, Butte County area and Northern California can still book a van or minibus to tour the wetlands from Jan. 27th-30th, even plan a catered picnic with choice of deli tray and giant ice chest. Inquire at 530.520.4303. Learn more at Snow Goose Festival

Call for quote or more info, 530 520 4303

Now booking for Wednesdays, Dec. 1st, 8th, and 15th, 5-9pm  and Sundays, Dec. 12th and 19th,   1:30-6pm

Nevada City is a quaint little town on highway 20 right by Grass Valley, made famous by gold discovery of yore, but more recently by the annual Christmas events. People come from miles around to visit, experience, enjoy.

When family comes to visit this year, consider a day trip or even an over-nighter to Nevada City for a great family-oriented experience. There are 15 hotels and motels in Grass Valley to accommodate.

All dates are available at time of publication 10/22. To book yours please call 530.520.4303, and raise your eggnog to a memorable trip!

Concerts usually begin at 7pm. Cost includes parking fees and giant ice chest, but not driver gratuities and/or cleaning deposit.

Sleep Train Ampitheater is a full-size outdoor arena, just south of Marysville. Arco Arena, an enclosed covered facility, is further south, and home of the Sacramento Kings. The van parks in bus parking for ample “tailgate party” room and uses the bus/valet lane to expedite  arrival.

For a list of upcoming acts with calendar dates and links to buy tickets see the “upcoming Events Calendar” page. http://www.ticketmaster.com

Depart Chico 9:30 am, arrive beautiful Sonoma at noon

Enjoy no-host Beer Fest with live music and BBQ

Depart Sonoma 5 pm, back in Chico 7:30 pm

Sonoma lies in the heart of wine country, with rolling hills and mild weather. A quaint little town, Sonoma is also  known for the place of creation of the first “bear” flag of California, and as one of the last Spanish missionaries built. The missionary is open as a museum to the public.

There are many wine stores and art galleries right in the heart of the downtown plaza, also a very unique beer store with hundreds of varieties. The beer fest is at the city plaza, which has great shade trees and grass for picnicking. A beautiful, fun-filled event every year!

BOOKED 28 passenger bus still  available $999

Van Man Charters offers perks like nobody else, and at no extra cost. A tailgate attatchment and ice chest can be included with your charter, or even an enclosed trailer for those serious shoppers! All windows have maximum tint for privacy and UV ray protection. Bring a few CDs and enjoy the quality sound system! Catering is available, too. Explore your possibilities with Van Man Charters.

At your service,
Casey Aplanalp, Owner/Host
530.520.4303