Forthe Harvard Museum of Natural History The Harvard Museum of Natural History presents

Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage March 18–April 5, 2006 P AID 26 Oxford Street Boston, MA CHINA Cambridge, MA 02138 Permit #59427 Feathered Dinosaur Expedition Led by Professor Karel Liem

Dear Travelers: the dam, we’ll continue by We invite you to join us in March air to Shanghai. 2006 to explore some of the world’s The journey will con- most spectacular fossil sites of clude with a visit to the feathered dinosaurs, the species at Changzhou Dinosaur the transition from reptile to bird. Park and the “water We will travel north from Beijing towns” of Zhouzhuang to the Chaoyang Basin in remote or Tongli, representative Western Liaoning Province where of the traditional “rice and late-Jurassic shales hold fossils that fish” agricultural landscapes have contributed much to what we of China’s eastern coastal know about the evolutionary tran- plain. Shanghai is China’s sition from reptiles to birds. Here most economically Join us!... As we Discover China’s the Yixian Formation continues progressive city, yet it World-Renowned Sites for Feathered to revolutionize what we know preserves a remarkable about the origins of flight. array of historical sites Dinosaurs, Pandas & More! like the waterfront In January 2003, researchers bund and the old March 18–April 5, 2006 described a feathered reptile with commercial center. gliding wings on each of its four legs. Such an unexpected creature No modern society has strengthens the theory that avian witnessed more rapid change have a grand adventure of discovery. Cancellations & Refunds: The flight evolved from “the trees than contemporary China. Today Costs& Conditions (No smoking in vehicles, during initial deposit is refundable up to 60 down” rather than from “the the Middle Kingdom presents to (CONTINUED) lectures, or meals, please.) days before departure less a handling foreigners a baffling, enthralling ground up.” David Huang. Accompanying Air Fare & Airline Ticketing: fee of $100 per person. There is no tapestry of landscapes and life- Additional dinosaur sites on them will be Prof. Karel Liem, What to Expect: This expedition is Please book flights directly with United refund after the 60-day period unless styles. Rice fields, water buffalo your place is resold, then only the $100 our itinerary include a fascinating Henry Bryant Bigelow Professor planned for travelers who would enjoy Airlines or other carriers to arrive in and jagged, green hills still typify per person handling fee is withheld. in-situ display at Zigong in the of Ichthyology at Harvard exploring the cultural heritage and Beijing by mid-afternoon on March the rural scene, but the cities have There are no refunds for unused meals Sichuan Basin. We will also visit University and curator of natural history of China with a special 19th and to depart from Shanghai on changed tremendously. Today, April 5th. For assistance with flights, or other expedition features. several museums of national Ichthyology at the Museum of look at the sites where feathered Internet cafes share street space dinosaurs were recently discovered please contact Deborah at Betchart importance that have excellent Comparative Zoology. Karel is with teahouses and music shops. and at the pandas of Wolong. We will Expeditions, (800) 252-4910. dinosaur exhibitions. But a popular lecturer, author, and Artisans, business commuters, also explore China’s top attractions Accommodations: paleontology is just one facet on editor of numerous books, and doting grandparents walk including Beijing, Xian’s terra cotta We will occupy 5 star hotels in the a journey that features highlights journals, and articles. He has together in the urban centers. warriors, and the Yangtze River cruise. cities, and good Chinese hotels in of the Chinese world, both traveled extensively with the outlying locations. We will travel on Responsibility: Betchart Expeditions Inc. and the Joining our leadership team will be Harvard Museum of Natural History Travel Program act only historical and contemporary. Beyond learning about feathered HMNH and has lectured on a wide local guides and guest experts. The the first class M/V Victoria or as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation dinosaurs and visiting historic variety of natural history topics. equivalent on the Yangtze River. and hotels, and exercise every care possible. However, we We will also explore the 2300-year- group will travel 3 to 4 hours by bus or can assume no liability for injury, damage, delay, loss, sites of global importance, our old terra cotta warriors of Qin We hope you will join us for an van on several days. On traveling days, Accommodations are twin-share accident or irregularity in connection with the services of journey through the Middle we will take time for both planned and with private bath. Expect a good bed, any airplane, ship, motorcoach, or any other conveyance Dynasty in Xi’an. Near Chengdu unforgettable visit to a fascinating used in carrying out the arrangements of the tour. We cannot Kingdom will confront a variety spontaneous stops to walk, photograph, showers, Western toilets, and carefully accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses we will visit the Wolong Panda part of the world. and talk with local people. Walks will be prepared food. In non-tourist locations, due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, Reserve. The Three Gorges of the of fascinating questions about weather, strike, war, quarantine, acts of God, terrorism, or the natural and cultural heritage Sincerely, at a leisurely pace suitable for cultural only Asian toilets may be available other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses Yangzte River and its brand new, discovery and natural history study; between hotels (some “clean” and will have to be borne by the passenger, as tour rates provide enormous dam site offer a more of China. We will take advantage for arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the binoculars are suggested. Food will some not). Single accommodations are right to substitute another leader of similar expertise or to contemporary example of how of the opportunity to meet include a varied Chinese menu. available for a supplement of $1,095. cancel any tour prior to departure, in which case the entire local people, both in scheduled payment will be refunded with no further obligation on our China likes to set standards for Weather will be spring-like, with Reservations, Deposits part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain ambitious construction. exchanges with scientists and local Lauren M. Bruck midday temperatures in the 50s to 70s & Payments: Please mail a deposit of any person as a member of the tour. No refund will be made experts, and spontaneous meetings for the unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are Our voyage down the Yangzte Head of Travel and some rain. This expedition will be $1,000 per person with the completed made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. The price of the with villagers and merchants in reservation form to: program is based on current tariffs and rates, and is subject River, on board a comfortable a tremendous experience for travelers to change. Any tariff, exchange rate, or fuel increases will be cities and small towns. P.S. For those interested in seeing with an appetite for adventure who China Feathered Dinosaur passed on to participants. Baggage is carried at the owner’s cruise ship, will take us through the the Great Wall and other risk entirely. It is understood that the air ticket when issued We will have the services of would enjoy a chance to explore Expedition, Harvard Museum spectacular Three Gorges. Here attractions in and around shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and a distinguished trip leader, culturally, biologically, and paleonto- of Natural History Travel the airline concerned. The airlines concerned are not to be the world’s largest and perhaps the Beijing, an optional pre-trip logically rich areas in China. Please be Program, 26 Oxford Street, held responsible for any act, omission, or event during the most controversial dam project Dr. Chris Carpenter, an ecologist time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. extension can be arranged with a sound understanding and flexible concerning time schedules, Cambridge, MA 02138. is creating an enormous reservoir. on an independent basis. hotels, food, roads, and mechanical ©2005 Betchart Expeditions Inc. appreciation of the cultural heritage The balance is due January 18, 2006. All rights reserved. Illustrations by April Milne. After traversing the gorges and breakdowns. With this in mind, we will descending through locks to pass of China; and also our local guide, covered and fossilized. At the Zigong flourished. Consequently, this area has Itinerary Museum, we can view many fossils in long been a center of Chinese learning Costs & Conditions situ together with several intact, exca- and civilization. The gardens of Suzhou, Day 1 USA to Beijing vated skeletons, some of which exceed with their intricate pools and rockeries, Trip Fee: $5,995 per person (plus air Depart from your preferred USA gate- 65 feet in length. An elevated walkway are widely regarded as archetypes of fare of approximately $995 + tax USA to way city for Beijing. (Advance one day enables visitors to look down on excava- landscape design. In the afternoon, we Beijing, with return from Shanghai plus crossing the International Date Line.) tions still in progress. In the afternoon, will visit the Humble Administrator’s $695 in-tour flights). Limited to 20 paying Museum of Natural History Harvard we will drive to Dazu where hundreds Garden which, in early April, should be Day 2 Arrive Beijing participants. Single Supplement: $1,095. of Tang Dynasty Buddhist carvings absolutely spectacular. Suzhou Hotel. Arrive Beijing by mid-afternoon. Questions: Please contact the HMNH occupy cliff side grottoes. Dazu Hotel. Transfer to our hotel in the Embassy Day 18 Suzhou to Shanghai Travel Program Day 13 Dazu to Chongqing In the morning, we’ll visit the District. Welcome dinner. Beijing Phone: 617-495-2463 International Hotel (2 nights). Beipiao This morning we will explore the Changzhou Dinosaur Park which Buddhist grottoes of Dazu. The oldest displays fossils of Sinosauropteryx, Fax: 617-496-8782 Day 3 Beijing Jinzhou scenes date from the beginning of the and several other feathered dinosaur Email: [email protected] Morning visit to the Museum of Beijing Tang Dynasty, 650 AD, a period when taxa, some recently discovered, that are Vertebrate Paleontology to meet and Expedition Fee Includes: Land trans- Buddhism thrived across China. In the thought to be part of the lineage that led exchange information with experts port; group airport transfers; accommo- Xi'an afternoon we’ll drive to Chongqing, to the evolution of birds. Changzhou who have recognized the singular dations twin share; all meals in China; an important, industrial municipality also has an important educational importance of China’s feathered Chongqing tips to drivers and local guides; entrance Chengdu on a hilly outcrop where the Fuling, mission, with more than 30 intact dinosaur fossils. The Museum features Nanjing fees; baggage handling; evacuation Zigong a major tributary joins the Yangtze dinosaur skeletons. Its vibrant displays several intact dinosaur skeletons and insurance; leadership, administration. Shanghai River, making it large enough for make a sincere effort to teach Chinese has an active research program. Expedition Fee Does Not Include: ship navigation. Chongqing is the students about the importance of the Lunch at a traditional Beijing noodle International air fare or in-tour flights embarkation port for ferries which dinosaur’s evolutionary lineage. Farewell restaurant. This afternoon, we will (quoted separately); China visa fee; travel through the Yangtze River’s banquet and acrobatic performance in explore some of Beijing’s historic gratuities to expedition leaders; Three Gorges. Yangtze River Cruise celebration of our journey. Sofitel neighborhoods or hutongs for a personal items such as laundry, phone Ship (3 nights). Hyland Hotel, Shanghai. fascinating look at the historic part calls, alcoholic beverages, sodas, snacks, of the city. Days 14/15 Cruising on the Day 19 Shanghai to USA personal insurance; or foreign airport Yangtze River Fly to the USA today. Arrive Day 4 Beijing to Chaoyang departure taxes. OVER We will awaken en route to the Three the same day. A one hour morning flight will get us Gorges. At first, we’ll pass low-lying to Shenyang, an historic city in China’s hills of the Sichuan Basin, then the northeastern Manchurian region. transitional form of all, though it remains little information about the character surrounding ranges will begin to Reservations #921 Here we will visit the Qing Imperial uncertain as to whether it really is the of these ancient peoples. Dinner and enclose the river, culminating in a residence (analogous to Beijing’s ancestor of living birds. Rare specimens evening cultural performance of spectacular series of narrow chasms Enclosed is a check for $______($1,000 non-refundable deposit per person) Temple of Heaven) before driving in like these have been instrumental in Sichuan Opera. Jianjiang Hotel. through which the boat sails. Stops en payable to “The Harvard Museum of Natural History” to hold ____ place(s) on the the afternoon to the town of Chaoyang. resolving the dispute as to whether Day 9 Chengdu to Wolong route include the Ghost City of Fengdu China Feathered Dinosaur tour, March 18–April 5, 2006. The Chaoyang Basin is the center of the birds evolved from dinosaurs. After and the bustling town of Wanzhou, Yixian Formation, late Jurassic shales This morning we will depart for the visiting the fossil site, we’ll see unique Wolong Panda Reserve, passing through many of whose residents have been Name(s) ______Age ______Sex _____ that crop out across Western Liaoning feathered dinosaur fossils on display relocated in anticipation of flooding Province and provide numerous intriguing Chinese countryside and ______Age ______Sex _____ at the Beipiao Museum of Paleontology, villages en route. We will arrive at the upriver due to the Three Gorges Dam, excellent fossil sites. Western Liaoning then drive back to Chaoyang and visit largest hydroelectric project in the may be quite a draw for "paleontological mountain sanctuary of Wolong in the Address ______the “fossil city,” a fossil market in the early afternoon and check into the new world. A tributary known as the “Little tourists,” but apart from that rather old city center. Three Gorges” also makes a scenic side City ______State______Zip ______specialized crowd, it attracts few Wolong Stone Garden International Days 6/7 Chaoyang to Xi’an Hotel (2 nights). trip. Here the ridgelines of the gorges outsiders. Consequently, this dry, hilly are spectacular—a classic Chinese Phone: Home (______) ______Office (______) ______region will provide us an insight into Depart on a morning flight from Day 10 Wolong Panda Reserve Chaoyang to Shenyang and Xi’an, the landscape. Although the recently Email Address ______the old China, off the beaten track and Today we will visit the Wolong Panda completed Three Gorges dam has been largely untouched by the economic historic ancient capital of Qin Dynasty Breeding Center. We’ll have a special ___ I wish to pay an additional $1,095 for single accommodations. China in the 3rd Cenury BC. Here we filling for some time, the impoundment development that is occurring in the visit with the pandas, including a behind the dam will not attain its ___ If possible, please assign a roommate: ___ Nonsmoker ___ Smoker more prosperous southern regions. will visit the world renowned terra chance to hold one of the babies. cotta warriors, an army of more than maximum depth for several more I understand that if a roommate is not secured for me by the final payment Chaoyang Hotel (2 nights). We will then visit the Wolong Natural years. Initial stages on our voyage will date, I will be charged the single supplement amount. 6000 life-sized clay figures buried in History Museum. Wolong is a Day 5 The Chaoyang Basin tribute to the emperor Qin Shihuang follow the Yangtze’s normal flow. Later, ___ Please contact me about flight arrangements. In the morning we will drive to spectacular nature reserve. Tumbling we’ll sail through an area where the who ruled this part of the Middle rivers go through dense forests and ___ I will make my own flight arrangements. Beipiao, a small town that lies near Kingdom 2300 years ago. In the river has backed up behind the dam. Sihetun, probably the world’s most its soaring summit reaches 21,000 feet. I/We confirm that I/we have carefully read the information on refunds, general afternoon, explore the hinterlands We will hike in the Yinchanggou Valley Day 16 Yichang to Shanghai productive site for feathered dinosaur of Xi’an for rural and village life. This morning, our vessel will traverse conditions and the responsibility clause specified in the tour conditions. fossils. The excavation site is partially or drive to Balong Pass for spectacular Xi’an Sheraton Hotel (2 nights). views and alpine ecology. the locks of the Three Gorges Dam, then Signature: ______Date: ______enclosed and it is possible to see arrive in the historic city of Yichang. numerous plant and insect fossils Day 8 Xi’an to Chengdu Day 11 Wolong to Zigong Fly to Chengdu then drive north to We will enjoy a short tour of Yichang Signature: ______Date: ______in-situ, although the dinosaur fossils Morning return drive to Chengdu, before boarding an afternoon flight to themselves are excavated and removed Sanxingdui, an archaeological site passing a fascinating 2,000-year-old Return this form to: The Travel Program, Harvard Museum where hundreds of fascinating early the city of Shanghai, located for research as they’re uncovered. irrigation project which is still in use. near the mouth of the of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Here exceptionally fine stratigraphy bronze-age artifacts have been After lunch we’ll drive south among unearthed. Enigmatic Yangtze River. Sofitel QUESTIONS? Please call us at (617) 495-2463 has preserved the antennae and leaf the orchards, fish farms and sandstone Hyland Hotel. venation patterns of late-Jurassic masks and bronze trees hills of the Sichuan Basin to the city MEMBERSHIP: We strongly encourage our travelers to be members of the insects and plants, not to mention confirm the existence of of Zigong, site of one of China’s most Day 17 Shanghai to Suzhou museum. The Harvard Museum of Natural History offers the public world-class the fine structure on the feathers of the near-mythical Shu spectacular dinosaur fossil assemblages. Today we will visit an historic “water collections and research of the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the Botanical dinosaurs like Dromaeosaurus, an civilization at the dawn of Zigong Hotel. towns” like Zhouzhuang or Tongli, en Museum, and the Mineralogical Museum, through exhibitions, educational Chinese history nearly route to Suzhou, the city in China most “unequivocal reptile” with “unequivocal Day 12 Zigong to Dazu programs, lectures, public events and travel. Members support these feathers” described in the spring 2002. 5000 years ago. The famous for its gardens. The Yangtze innovative programs. craftsmanship is striking In the morning, we’ll visit Zigong river delta and the East China plain Beipiao has also yielded excellent and idiosyncratic, but Dinosaur Museum, built over a site are a tapestry of water and rice. Here ___ I am currently a member of the HMNH. fossils of a tailed, toothed, yet feathered the strange and where dozens of mid-Jurassic dinosaurs, at the southern end of the Grand ___ I would like to become a member at the following level: ___ $40 individual reptile about three feet long called hauntingly beautiful including many stegosaurs and large Canal—built more than 1000 years ago ___ $60 Dual/Family ___ $125 Sustaining ___ $250 Supporting ___ $500 Patron Sinosauropteryx. This animal, from the artifacts housed in the sauropods, appear to have been washed as a navigable waterway linking the late Jurassic, may be the most clearly to a bend in a river where they were Please enclose a separate check made out to the Harvard Museum of Natural History Sanxingdui Museum give Yangtze and Yellow River Basins, trade for membership. Thank you.