Joint expedition with the Russian Geographical Society and a researcher from the Institute of Archaeology, Russian Academy of Sciences around Issyk-Kul and to the high-altitude Lake Son-Kul, following the route of P. P. Semenov-Tyan-Shansky
KYRGYZSTAN
June 14 – 20, 2026
Kyrgyzstan
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tour to Kyrgyzstan** TOGETHER WITH RUSSIAN GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
June 14 – 20, 2026
Kyrgyzstan
tour to Kyrgyzstan
tour to Kyrgyzstan** TOGETHER WITH RUSSIAN GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
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Tour to Kyrgyzstan travel to Kyrgyzstan Ethno-expedition to Issyk-Kul cattle breeders and hunters Tien Shan Pamir-Alai Lenin peak golden eagles
People say that when God created the Earth, He reserved a small piece for Himself to create paradise, and that's how Kyrgyzstan came into existence. A journey to the three most beautiful mountain lakes awaits us, where majestic azure waters of Issyk-Kul, the tranquil surface of Lake Son-Kul, and the necklace of rocks around the mysterious Kel-Suu, whose waters sometimes disappear.
And on the way to them, traditional herders and hunters with golden eagles of the Tien Shan, mountain passes, canyons, valleys, and historical sites from different epochs are scattered along the entire route.
On a joint journey organized by MZUNGU EXPEDITIONS, the Russian Geographical Society, and the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the team is accompanied by an RGS expert and an archaeologist — a practicing specialist in archaeological research. Together, we will follow the route of the great explorer P. P. Semenov-Tyan-Shansky in search of ancient artifacts and rock carvings from past eras.
Our expedition to Issyk-Kul and the Central Tien Shan will open up for you a land of mountains that you cannot help but fall in love with.
And on the way to them, traditional herders and hunters with golden eagles of the Tien Shan, mountain passes, canyons, valleys, and historical sites from different epochs are scattered along the entire route.
On a joint journey organized by MZUNGU EXPEDITIONS, the Russian Geographical Society, and the Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the team is accompanied by an RGS expert and an archaeologist — a practicing specialist in archaeological research. Together, we will follow the route of the great explorer P. P. Semenov-Tyan-Shansky in search of ancient artifacts and rock carvings from past eras.
Our expedition to Issyk-Kul and the Central Tien Shan will open up for you a land of mountains that you cannot help but fall in love with.
Traditional stock breeders and hunters with golden eagles of the Tien Shan, gaping peaks and wild valleys of the Pamir-Alai overlooking the seven-thousand-meter high Lenin Peak mountain and the unique Issyk-Kul Lake.
Our ethnic expedition actoss Kyrgyzstan will open for you the country of mountains, that you fall in love with.
of Central Asia.
Our ethnic expedition actoss Kyrgyzstan will open for you the country of mountains, that you fall in love with.
of Central Asia.
SCHEDULE & COST:
Dates: June 14 - 20, 2026
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Number of participants: 7 – 12
Cost of participation per person:
– 3 050 USD subject to 12 participants,
– 3 190 USD subject to 11 participants,
– 3 390 USD subject to 8 - 10 participants,
– 3 550 USD subject to 7 participants.
10% early booking discount (in case you book before February 14, 2026)
Everything included (as well as full board) except:
- international flight to Bishkek and back,
- medical insurance,
- visa of Kyrgyzstan (not required for Russia citizens)
Estimated cost of flight Moscow – Bishkek – Moscow: USD 400 – 700 (Usually bought on your own, we consult you).
Single supplement: 200 USD (single accommodation is provided throughout the whole itinerary, but the availability is upon request)
TRAVEL PROGRAM: TOUR TO KYRGYZSTAN
Day 1. June 14, 2026 (Saturday). BISHKEK – BALASAGUN – CHON-KEMIN (225 km)
Arrival by international flight at Manas International Airport. Morning meeting at the airport with the driver and guide.
Departure along the route. En route, visit the Burana Tower (the ancient settlement of Balasagun, 9th–13th centuries), a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed historical site.
We then continue to the Chon-Kemin Valley, a national nature reserve of Kyrgyzstan.
In the center of the valley is a village where we will stay overnight. Time to rest.
In the evening, before dinner, we will take a walk through the surrounding foothills and hike to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the mountain valley. Optional horseback riding or carriage rides can be arranged upon request.
Meals included: lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Kemin Guest House or similar
Recommended flights from Moscow to Bishkek:
Day 2. June 15, 2026 (Sunday). CHON-KEMIN – BOOM GORGE – CHOLPON-ATA – ISSYK-KUL LAKE – SEMENOVSKOE GORGE – KARAKOL (350 km)
Departure toward the stunning mountain lake Issyk-Kul via the Boom Gorge, driving along the northern shore of the lake.
Lunch in the town of Cholpon-Ata. Visit to the Museum of Nomadic Cultures — the Center of Nomadic Civilization named after Kurmanjan Datka — and the ancient petroglyphs dating back to the Saka period (8th–4th centuries BC).
Boat cruise on Issyk-Kul Lake.
En route, visit the picturesque Semenovskoye Gorge (Kyrchyn), the venue of the World Nomad Games.
Upon arrival in Karakol, a city tour: 19th-century Russian merchant houses, the Dungan Mosque, and the Orthodox Holy Trinity Church.
Kyrgyzstan is a multinational country home to more than 80 ethnic groups. One of them is the Dungan people, who migrated from China after the 1877 uprising. We will learn about their culture and enjoy traditional Dungan cuisine.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Tagaitai Guest House, U Dzhamili, or similar
Day 3. June 16, 2026 (Monday). KARAKOL – JETY-OGUZ GORGE – JUU KU GORGE – BARSKOON GORGE – BEL-TAM YURT CAMP, ISSYK-KUL (280 km)
At the entrance to Jety-Oguz Gorge, we admire the famous red rock formations — Broken Heart and Seven Bulls — and visit the health resort where cosmonauts Yuri Gagarin and Alexei Leonov once recovered after space missions.
We continue to the Juu Ku and Barskoon gorges and visit the Manas Bowl Waterfall.
Along the way, we meet local herding families grazing horses and taste kumys — traditional fermented mare’s milk.
Later, we arrive at a yurt camp on the shore of Issyk-Kul, where there is time to swim and relax.
In the evening, a folklore concert at Bel-Tam Yurt Camp performed by a renowned family music ensemble known both in Kyrgyzstan and internationally.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Bel-Tam Yurt Camp or similar
Day 4. June 17, 2026 (Tuesday). BEL-TAM – BOKONBAEVO – KYZYL-TUU – KOCHKOR (170 km)
Departure toward Kochkor village along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, through the Konor-Olon Valley with its sacred mountain.
In the foothills near Bokonbaevo, we meet a berkutchi — a traditional eagle hunter — and learn about Kyrgyz falconry traditions.
Lunch in Kyzyl-Tuu village at the home of a local craftsman who makes wooden frames for yurts. We visit his workshop and learn about traditional yurt construction.
We then continue into the central Tian Shan Mountains, passing the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir, and arrive in Kochkor.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: U Mila Guest House or similar
Day 5. June 18, 2026 (Wednesday). KOCHKOR – SON-KUL LAKE (150 km)
Morning departure to Son-Kul Lake — a high-altitude summer pasture used by modern nomadic herders.
Son-Kul is a stunning alpine lake located at over 3,000 meters above sea level, known for its harsh mountain climate.
The road leads through high mountain passes and scenic serpentines, where herds of yaks can often be seen.
Evening walk across alpine meadows; optional horseback riding available at an extra cost.
Today we will observe traditional nomadic horse games: Kok-Boru (Ulak Tartysh), Oodarysh, and others.
Accommodation in a yurt camp with a Kyrgyz family, offering immersion into local traditions and daily life.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Yurt camp “Nurguli & Bayish” or similar
Day 6. June 19, 2026 (Thursday). SON-KUL – BISHKEK (370 km)
After breakfast, return to the capital. City walk through the historical center, visiting Ala-Too Square, Victory Square, and Theater Square.
Dinner at a restaurant with a folklore performance by the renowned ensemble Uluu Koch, featuring traditional Kyrgyz instruments such as the komuz, temir-komuz, jyghach-ooz-komuz, dobulbas, chopo-choor (sybyzgy), and kyl-kyyak.
We will enjoy Kyrgyz melodies and listen to an excerpt from the epic Manas, performed by a traditional storyteller (manaschi).
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Central Park Residence Hotel, Bishkek, or similar
Day 7. June 20, 2026 (Friday). BISHKEK – DEPARTURE (35 km)
After breakfast, transfer to Manas International Airport. Departure from Bishkek.
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation included: none
Recommended flights from Bishkek to Moscow:
* The operator reserves the right to change the order of the program subject to keeping of all activities.
Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Number of participants: 7 – 12
Cost of participation per person:
– 3 050 USD subject to 12 participants,
– 3 190 USD subject to 11 participants,
– 3 390 USD subject to 8 - 10 participants,
– 3 550 USD subject to 7 participants.
10% early booking discount (in case you book before February 14, 2026)
Everything included (as well as full board) except:
- international flight to Bishkek and back,
- medical insurance,
- visa of Kyrgyzstan (not required for Russia citizens)
Estimated cost of flight Moscow – Bishkek – Moscow: USD 400 – 700 (Usually bought on your own, we consult you).
Single supplement: 200 USD (single accommodation is provided throughout the whole itinerary, but the availability is upon request)
TRAVEL PROGRAM: TOUR TO KYRGYZSTAN
Day 1. June 14, 2026 (Saturday). BISHKEK – BALASAGUN – CHON-KEMIN (225 km)
Arrival by international flight at Manas International Airport. Morning meeting at the airport with the driver and guide.
Departure along the route. En route, visit the Burana Tower (the ancient settlement of Balasagun, 9th–13th centuries), a guided tour of this UNESCO-listed historical site.
We then continue to the Chon-Kemin Valley, a national nature reserve of Kyrgyzstan.
In the center of the valley is a village where we will stay overnight. Time to rest.
In the evening, before dinner, we will take a walk through the surrounding foothills and hike to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the mountain valley. Optional horseback riding or carriage rides can be arranged upon request.
Meals included: lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Kemin Guest House or similar
Recommended flights from Moscow to Bishkek:
- Direct TezJet flight, departure June 13 at 08:50, arrival in Bishkek at 16:10 (additional overnight stay in Bishkek required).
- Direct Aeroflot flight, departure June 13 at 21:35, arrival June 14 at 04:50.
- Direct Aeroflot flight, departure June 13 at 09:20, arrival at 16:35 (additional overnight stay in Bishkek required).
- Any other flight arriving in Bishkek no later than 09:00 on June 14.
Day 2. June 15, 2026 (Sunday). CHON-KEMIN – BOOM GORGE – CHOLPON-ATA – ISSYK-KUL LAKE – SEMENOVSKOE GORGE – KARAKOL (350 km)
Departure toward the stunning mountain lake Issyk-Kul via the Boom Gorge, driving along the northern shore of the lake.
Lunch in the town of Cholpon-Ata. Visit to the Museum of Nomadic Cultures — the Center of Nomadic Civilization named after Kurmanjan Datka — and the ancient petroglyphs dating back to the Saka period (8th–4th centuries BC).
Boat cruise on Issyk-Kul Lake.
En route, visit the picturesque Semenovskoye Gorge (Kyrchyn), the venue of the World Nomad Games.
Upon arrival in Karakol, a city tour: 19th-century Russian merchant houses, the Dungan Mosque, and the Orthodox Holy Trinity Church.
Kyrgyzstan is a multinational country home to more than 80 ethnic groups. One of them is the Dungan people, who migrated from China after the 1877 uprising. We will learn about their culture and enjoy traditional Dungan cuisine.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Tagaitai Guest House, U Dzhamili, or similar
Day 3. June 16, 2026 (Monday). KARAKOL – JETY-OGUZ GORGE – JUU KU GORGE – BARSKOON GORGE – BEL-TAM YURT CAMP, ISSYK-KUL (280 km)
At the entrance to Jety-Oguz Gorge, we admire the famous red rock formations — Broken Heart and Seven Bulls — and visit the health resort where cosmonauts Yuri Gagarin and Alexei Leonov once recovered after space missions.
We continue to the Juu Ku and Barskoon gorges and visit the Manas Bowl Waterfall.
Along the way, we meet local herding families grazing horses and taste kumys — traditional fermented mare’s milk.
Later, we arrive at a yurt camp on the shore of Issyk-Kul, where there is time to swim and relax.
In the evening, a folklore concert at Bel-Tam Yurt Camp performed by a renowned family music ensemble known both in Kyrgyzstan and internationally.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Bel-Tam Yurt Camp or similar
Day 4. June 17, 2026 (Tuesday). BEL-TAM – BOKONBAEVO – KYZYL-TUU – KOCHKOR (170 km)
Departure toward Kochkor village along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, through the Konor-Olon Valley with its sacred mountain.
In the foothills near Bokonbaevo, we meet a berkutchi — a traditional eagle hunter — and learn about Kyrgyz falconry traditions.
Lunch in Kyzyl-Tuu village at the home of a local craftsman who makes wooden frames for yurts. We visit his workshop and learn about traditional yurt construction.
We then continue into the central Tian Shan Mountains, passing the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir, and arrive in Kochkor.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: U Mila Guest House or similar
Day 5. June 18, 2026 (Wednesday). KOCHKOR – SON-KUL LAKE (150 km)
Morning departure to Son-Kul Lake — a high-altitude summer pasture used by modern nomadic herders.
Son-Kul is a stunning alpine lake located at over 3,000 meters above sea level, known for its harsh mountain climate.
The road leads through high mountain passes and scenic serpentines, where herds of yaks can often be seen.
Evening walk across alpine meadows; optional horseback riding available at an extra cost.
Today we will observe traditional nomadic horse games: Kok-Boru (Ulak Tartysh), Oodarysh, and others.
Accommodation in a yurt camp with a Kyrgyz family, offering immersion into local traditions and daily life.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Yurt camp “Nurguli & Bayish” or similar
Day 6. June 19, 2026 (Thursday). SON-KUL – BISHKEK (370 km)
After breakfast, return to the capital. City walk through the historical center, visiting Ala-Too Square, Victory Square, and Theater Square.
Dinner at a restaurant with a folklore performance by the renowned ensemble Uluu Koch, featuring traditional Kyrgyz instruments such as the komuz, temir-komuz, jyghach-ooz-komuz, dobulbas, chopo-choor (sybyzgy), and kyl-kyyak.
We will enjoy Kyrgyz melodies and listen to an excerpt from the epic Manas, performed by a traditional storyteller (manaschi).
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation included: Central Park Residence Hotel, Bishkek, or similar
Day 7. June 20, 2026 (Friday). BISHKEK – DEPARTURE (35 km)
After breakfast, transfer to Manas International Airport. Departure from Bishkek.
Meals included: breakfast
Accommodation included: none
Recommended flights from Bishkek to Moscow:
- Direct TezJet flight, departure June 20 at 06:00, arrival at 07:50.
- Direct Aeroflot flight, departure at 06:05, arrival at 07:35.
- Direct Aeroflot flight, departure at 17:55, arrival at 19:35.
- Any other flight departing Bishkek on June 20.
* The operator reserves the right to change the order of the program subject to keeping of all activities.
EXPEDITION'S LEADERS AND EXPERTS
EXPEDITION LEADER
Artem is a big fan of mountain climbing, biking and horse riding, jeeping, rafting and bungee jumping.
An expert on Central Asia and a champion in hospitality!
Artem is a big fan of mountain climbing, biking and horse riding, jeeping, rafting and bungee jumping.
An expert on Central Asia and a champion in hospitality!
EXPERT OF RUSSIAN GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY
A scholar and a member of the Russian Geographical Society.
A scholar and a member of the Russian Geographical Society.
EXPERT OF THE MAE RAS
Junior Researcher at the Department for the Preservation of Archaeological Heritage, Institute of Archaeology, Russian Academy of Sciences. Graduate of the Faculty of History, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Department of Archaeology. Participant in numerous archaeological expeditions since 1995, covering Central and Northwestern Russia, the Northern Black Sea region and the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, Mongolia, and Siberia.
Research interests include methods of archaeological research, archaeology of the Northern Black Sea region, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Author of more than 70 scientific publications; participated in the creation of the archaeological museum at the Rosa Khutor resort.
Junior Researcher at the Department for the Preservation of Archaeological Heritage, Institute of Archaeology, Russian Academy of Sciences. Graduate of the Faculty of History, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Department of Archaeology. Participant in numerous archaeological expeditions since 1995, covering Central and Northwestern Russia, the Northern Black Sea region and the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, Mongolia, and Siberia.
Research interests include methods of archaeological research, archaeology of the Northern Black Sea region, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Author of more than 70 scientific publications; participated in the creation of the archaeological museum at the Rosa Khutor resort.
EXPERTS' PORTFOLIO
Graduated from the Faculty of History, Lomonosov Moscow State University, Department of Archaeology (2003).
Academic mentors: A. R. Kantorovich, D. S. Korobov, I. R. Akhmedov, E. I. Gak, S. V. Shpolyansky, G. E. Dubrovin.
Research interests: methods of archaeological research; archaeology of the Northern Black Sea region, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.
Professional activity:
2003–2008 — Researcher, LLC “CAI Kulikovo Field”;
2008–2019 — Specialist archaeologist, Deputy Director for Research, LLC “Capital Archaeological Bureau”;
Since 2020 — Junior Researcher, Institute of Archaeology, Russian Academy of Sciences.
Fieldwork and expeditions:
Since 1995 to the present — Central and Northwestern Russia, Northern Black Sea region and the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, Mongolia, Buryatia, Siberia, Southern Urals.
Scientific and organizational activity:
Creation of the Archaeological Museum at the Rosa Khutor resort (2018).
Author of more than 70 scientific publications.
Selected Publications
1. Menshikov M. Yu. Features of the burial rite of a medieval necropolis on the territory of the Mozhaisk Kremlin // Makaryev Readings, Mozhaisk, 2006.
2. Menshikov M. Yu. Artifacts of Finno-Ugric appearance from the posad of the city of Mozhaisk // Archaeology: History and Prospects, Yaroslavl, 2007.
3. Menshikov M. Yu. The “armorer’s” workshop at the Mozhaisk Kremlin posad (based on the results of excavations in 2006) // Archaeology of the Moscow Region. Materials of a scientific seminar. Moscow, 2008, pp. 146–151.
4. Avdeev A. G., Menshikov M. Yu., Yanishevsky B. E. A neck seal-matrix from excavations in Mozhaisk // Questions of Epigraphy, Issue 2, Moscow, 2008.
5. Yanishevsky B. E., Menshikov M. Yu. Works of the Mozhaisk Expedition // Archaeological Discoveries. 2009, Vol. 2006, pp. 326–328.
6. Voronin K. V., Menshikov M. Yu. The “Rosa” archaeological complex in the vicinity of Krasnaya Polyana — results of the 2010 research // Proceedings of the III (XIX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. St. Petersburg – Moscow – Veliky Novgorod, 2011.
7. Menshikov M. Yu., Yanishevsky B. E., Balashov A. Yu. Weapons from excavations in Mozhaisk (2005–2008) // Military Archaeology. Issue 2. Moscow, 2011.
8. Bakushev M. A., Menshikov M. Yu. Burial complexes Rosa 1 and Rosa 3 in the foothills of the Aibga Range // Proceedings of the III (XIX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. 2011, pp. 272–273.
9. Albegova Z. Kh., Menshikov M. Yu. The Tsmi hillfort: preliminary results of the 2009 excavations // Recent Discoveries in the Archaeology of the North Caucasus. Makhachkala, 2012, pp. 254–256.
10. Menshikov M. Yu. A unique find of a crossbow equipment detail in the Caucasus // Proceedings of the IV (XX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. Kazan, 2014, pp. 116–119.
11. Veksler A. G., Menshikov M. Yu. Axe-shaped amulets from excavations in the historical center of Moscow // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, Issue 11, Moscow, 2014.
12. Ovsuchenko A. N., Menshikov M. Yu., Rogozhin E. A., Korzhenkov A. M. Cycles of seismic activity in the second half of the Holocene in the Western Caucasus and their relationship with stages of civilization development // Geophysical Processes and the Biosphere, 2016, Vol. 15, No. 2, pp. 5–38.
13. Korzhenkov A. M. et al., including Menshikov M. Yu. Strong medieval earthquake in the northern Issyk-Kul region (Tien Shan): results of paleoseismological and archaeoseismological studies // Izvestiya. Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics, 2016–2017.
14. Rukavishnikova I. V., Menshikov M. Yu., Vorobyov I. I., Voronkov I. A. A new ancient site in the rural district of ancient Gorgippia: publication of materials. // Antiquities of the Bosporus. 2016. Vol. 20. pp. 365–381.
15. Ovsuchenko A. N., Rogozhin E. A., Korzhenkov A. M., Menshikov M. Y. Cycles of seismic activity in the second half of the Holocene in the Western Caucasus and their correlation with stages of civilization development: a case study of the upper reaches of the Mzymta River. // Izvestiya. Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics. 2016. Vol. 52, No. 8. pp. 816–840.
16. Menshikov M. Yu. Origin, chronology, and semantics of miniature axe images from excavations in the historical center of Moscow // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, 2016.
17. Menshikov M. Yu. Perun’s axe or Saint Olaf’s axe: the historical context of miniature axe amulets in the 11th–17th centuries // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, 2017.
18. Korzhenkov A.M., Deev E.V., Luzhanskii D.V., Abdieva S.V., Agatova A.R., Mazeika J.V., Men’shikov M.Yu., Rogozhin E.A., Rodina S.N., Rodkin M.V., Sorokin A.A., Fortuna A.B., Charimov T.A., Shen J., Yudakhin A.S. Strong medieval earthquake in the northern Issyk-Kul lake region (Tien Shan): results of paleoseismological and archeoseismological studies // Izvestiya, Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics, 2017, Vol. 53, No. 7, pp. 734–747.
19. Menshikov M. Yu. Medieval and early modern tamgas on ceramic vessels from the Mzymta River basin // Proceedings of the V (XXI) All-Russian Archaeological Congress, 2017.
20. Rukavishnikova I. V., Menshikov M. Yu., Perevodchikova E. V. The ancient settlement Tasunovo 7 in the gas pipeline construction zone in eastern Crimea // Rescue Archaeological Research, Vol. 19, Moscow, 2017.
Academic mentors: A. R. Kantorovich, D. S. Korobov, I. R. Akhmedov, E. I. Gak, S. V. Shpolyansky, G. E. Dubrovin.
Research interests: methods of archaeological research; archaeology of the Northern Black Sea region, the Caucasus, and Central Asia.
Professional activity:
2003–2008 — Researcher, LLC “CAI Kulikovo Field”;
2008–2019 — Specialist archaeologist, Deputy Director for Research, LLC “Capital Archaeological Bureau”;
Since 2020 — Junior Researcher, Institute of Archaeology, Russian Academy of Sciences.
Fieldwork and expeditions:
Since 1995 to the present — Central and Northwestern Russia, Northern Black Sea region and the Caucasus, Central Asia, the Middle East, Mongolia, Buryatia, Siberia, Southern Urals.
Scientific and organizational activity:
Creation of the Archaeological Museum at the Rosa Khutor resort (2018).
Author of more than 70 scientific publications.
Selected Publications
1. Menshikov M. Yu. Features of the burial rite of a medieval necropolis on the territory of the Mozhaisk Kremlin // Makaryev Readings, Mozhaisk, 2006.
2. Menshikov M. Yu. Artifacts of Finno-Ugric appearance from the posad of the city of Mozhaisk // Archaeology: History and Prospects, Yaroslavl, 2007.
3. Menshikov M. Yu. The “armorer’s” workshop at the Mozhaisk Kremlin posad (based on the results of excavations in 2006) // Archaeology of the Moscow Region. Materials of a scientific seminar. Moscow, 2008, pp. 146–151.
4. Avdeev A. G., Menshikov M. Yu., Yanishevsky B. E. A neck seal-matrix from excavations in Mozhaisk // Questions of Epigraphy, Issue 2, Moscow, 2008.
5. Yanishevsky B. E., Menshikov M. Yu. Works of the Mozhaisk Expedition // Archaeological Discoveries. 2009, Vol. 2006, pp. 326–328.
6. Voronin K. V., Menshikov M. Yu. The “Rosa” archaeological complex in the vicinity of Krasnaya Polyana — results of the 2010 research // Proceedings of the III (XIX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. St. Petersburg – Moscow – Veliky Novgorod, 2011.
7. Menshikov M. Yu., Yanishevsky B. E., Balashov A. Yu. Weapons from excavations in Mozhaisk (2005–2008) // Military Archaeology. Issue 2. Moscow, 2011.
8. Bakushev M. A., Menshikov M. Yu. Burial complexes Rosa 1 and Rosa 3 in the foothills of the Aibga Range // Proceedings of the III (XIX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. 2011, pp. 272–273.
9. Albegova Z. Kh., Menshikov M. Yu. The Tsmi hillfort: preliminary results of the 2009 excavations // Recent Discoveries in the Archaeology of the North Caucasus. Makhachkala, 2012, pp. 254–256.
10. Menshikov M. Yu. A unique find of a crossbow equipment detail in the Caucasus // Proceedings of the IV (XX) All-Russian Archaeological Congress. Kazan, 2014, pp. 116–119.
11. Veksler A. G., Menshikov M. Yu. Axe-shaped amulets from excavations in the historical center of Moscow // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, Issue 11, Moscow, 2014.
12. Ovsuchenko A. N., Menshikov M. Yu., Rogozhin E. A., Korzhenkov A. M. Cycles of seismic activity in the second half of the Holocene in the Western Caucasus and their relationship with stages of civilization development // Geophysical Processes and the Biosphere, 2016, Vol. 15, No. 2, pp. 5–38.
13. Korzhenkov A. M. et al., including Menshikov M. Yu. Strong medieval earthquake in the northern Issyk-Kul region (Tien Shan): results of paleoseismological and archaeoseismological studies // Izvestiya. Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics, 2016–2017.
14. Rukavishnikova I. V., Menshikov M. Yu., Vorobyov I. I., Voronkov I. A. A new ancient site in the rural district of ancient Gorgippia: publication of materials. // Antiquities of the Bosporus. 2016. Vol. 20. pp. 365–381.
15. Ovsuchenko A. N., Rogozhin E. A., Korzhenkov A. M., Menshikov M. Y. Cycles of seismic activity in the second half of the Holocene in the Western Caucasus and their correlation with stages of civilization development: a case study of the upper reaches of the Mzymta River. // Izvestiya. Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics. 2016. Vol. 52, No. 8. pp. 816–840.
16. Menshikov M. Yu. Origin, chronology, and semantics of miniature axe images from excavations in the historical center of Moscow // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, 2016.
17. Menshikov M. Yu. Perun’s axe or Saint Olaf’s axe: the historical context of miniature axe amulets in the 11th–17th centuries // Archaeology of the Moscow Region, 2017.
18. Korzhenkov A.M., Deev E.V., Luzhanskii D.V., Abdieva S.V., Agatova A.R., Mazeika J.V., Men’shikov M.Yu., Rogozhin E.A., Rodina S.N., Rodkin M.V., Sorokin A.A., Fortuna A.B., Charimov T.A., Shen J., Yudakhin A.S. Strong medieval earthquake in the northern Issyk-Kul lake region (Tien Shan): results of paleoseismological and archeoseismological studies // Izvestiya, Atmospheric and Oceanic Physics, 2017, Vol. 53, No. 7, pp. 734–747.
19. Menshikov M. Yu. Medieval and early modern tamgas on ceramic vessels from the Mzymta River basin // Proceedings of the V (XXI) All-Russian Archaeological Congress, 2017.
20. Rukavishnikova I. V., Menshikov M. Yu., Perevodchikova E. V. The ancient settlement Tasunovo 7 in the gas pipeline construction zone in eastern Crimea // Rescue Archaeological Research, Vol. 19, Moscow, 2017.
Cost includes:
• Transportation throughout the program: A Mercedes Sprinter minibus will be used along the entire route.
• Group transfer to the airport and group transfer from the airport ensure convenient transportation.
• Accommodation in hotels, guesthouses, and traditional yurt camps based on double occupancy.
• Three meals a day throughout the route: breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
• Drinking water along the route (2-liter bottles per person per day).
• Performances and concerts as per the program: folk concert, demonstration of eagle hunting by berkutchi, demonstration of the national game kok-boru (goat dragging).
• Boat trip on Lake Issyk-Kul.
• Entrance tickets to museums and excursions
• Experienced English and Russian-speaking guide-team leader.
• Participation of an expert from the Russian Geographical Society throughout the entire route
• Participation of a researcher from the Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (Kunstkamera), Russian Academy of Sciences, throughout the entire route
Cost excludes (to be additionally paid):
• International flights to Bishkek and back.
• Medical insurance.
• Kyrgyzstan visa (not required for Russian citizens).
• Drinks and alcohol.
• Tips for guides and drivers.
• Additional program items specified as optional.
• Single accommodation.
To take with:
• Two sets of clothing (trousers, long-sleeved shirt, T-shirt, underwear, socks, sun hat).
• Lightweight hiking jacket.
• Warm jacket with windproof material for mountainous areas.
• Lightweight gloves and a mountain hat (it can be cold, ranging from +7 to +15°C in the mountains).
• Comfortable and practical footwear: 1) light for the city; 2) waterproof trekking boots; 3) slippers.
• Raincoat.
• Swimsuit.
• Sun and wind protection items (sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat).
• Headlamp.
• Backpack with a capacity of no more than 80 liters or a trekking duffel.
• Small backpack for personal items and cameras.
• Personal first aid kit (analgesic, antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, gastrointestinal medications, rehydration solution, plaster, motion sickness medicine, your personal medications).
• Personal hygiene items (towel, wet wipes).
• Repellents.
• Camera or video camera.
• Additional batteries for cameras and a power bank.
• Group transfer to the airport and group transfer from the airport ensure convenient transportation.
• Accommodation in hotels, guesthouses, and traditional yurt camps based on double occupancy.
• Three meals a day throughout the route: breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
• Drinking water along the route (2-liter bottles per person per day).
• Performances and concerts as per the program: folk concert, demonstration of eagle hunting by berkutchi, demonstration of the national game kok-boru (goat dragging).
• Boat trip on Lake Issyk-Kul.
• Entrance tickets to museums and excursions
• Experienced English and Russian-speaking guide-team leader.
• Participation of an expert from the Russian Geographical Society throughout the entire route
• Participation of a researcher from the Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (Kunstkamera), Russian Academy of Sciences, throughout the entire route
Cost excludes (to be additionally paid):
• International flights to Bishkek and back.
• Medical insurance.
• Kyrgyzstan visa (not required for Russian citizens).
• Drinks and alcohol.
• Tips for guides and drivers.
• Additional program items specified as optional.
• Single accommodation.
To take with:
• Two sets of clothing (trousers, long-sleeved shirt, T-shirt, underwear, socks, sun hat).
• Lightweight hiking jacket.
• Warm jacket with windproof material for mountainous areas.
• Lightweight gloves and a mountain hat (it can be cold, ranging from +7 to +15°C in the mountains).
• Comfortable and practical footwear: 1) light for the city; 2) waterproof trekking boots; 3) slippers.
• Raincoat.
• Swimsuit.
• Sun and wind protection items (sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hat).
• Headlamp.
• Backpack with a capacity of no more than 80 liters or a trekking duffel.
• Small backpack for personal items and cameras.
• Personal first aid kit (analgesic, antiseptic, antibiotic, antiviral, gastrointestinal medications, rehydration solution, plaster, motion sickness medicine, your personal medications).
• Personal hygiene items (towel, wet wipes).
• Repellents.
• Camera or video camera.
• Additional batteries for cameras and a power bank.
Why with MZUNGU EXPEDITIONS?
- UNIQUENESS
We find the most astonishing places on Earth and speed up to reach them. Our motto is to go ahead of road roller, touch the unique and unknown, before it disappears. - ADVENTURISM
Wherever we go, we look for challenging activities and adventures, filling the journey with absolutely different spirit and emotions. That is why people join us over and over again. - SAFETY
In our trips we pay special attention to safety. All our travels are based on personal experience, equipped with the best gear, involving proved providers and experienced local guides who perfectly know local features. - EXPERIENCE
We have a unique experience of the most offbeat expeditions and ascents, deep knowledge of countries and peoples, and are ready to share it with you. All the expeditions and climbings are guided by Mzungu himself or professional team leaders, guaranteeing exciting traveling and your comfort. - FAIR PRICE
All our trips are reach in adventures, with high quality accommodation, transportation and meals included. We do not save on it. Thanks to solid contacts with reliable providers we offer really good prices and high quality.
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