Leaving the sea and following the uphill road that crosses Poulithra, we reach through Tsoumos in Peleta. The route is really difficult but the traveler is rewarded by the wild beauty of the landscape and the fantastic view of the Argolic Gulf. Peleta, Amygdalia, Pigadi, Houni and Kounoupia are some of the villages which are scattered in the large and virgin plateau.

It is worth looking for the wonderful red wine of Peleta made from the local vineyards. Leaving Peleta and passing Amygdalia and Pigadi , we can see from above the beach of Fokianos, an area with pristine natural beauty.

Don’t miss the chance to enjoy it. Peleta is the main village of the area with traditional stone-built houses.

The road goes up on the mountain slopes and leads to Pyrgoudi and Peleta, a beautiful village with wonderfully preserved old houses and shops. If you own an off road vehicle, go down to the pebbly beach of Fokianos or visit Houni and cross the dirt road that takes you into Kosmas. Furthermore close to Leonidio there is a worthwhile visiting monastery, the monastery of St. Nicolas Sitzas ( Sitza means fig in the local dialect called “tsakonika”). It is in the heart of Dafnonas Valley and it was built in the 16th century right on the edge of the cliff.

One of the best routes in Peloponnesus: turns over coves with sandy beaches, olive oils and calm waters. It certainly worth a shortcut to the mountainous villages of Tyros and Sapounakeika and of course Pano Melana where you can see Prophet Elias’ chapel, the remains of Apollo Tyritas’ ancient temple and the astonishing view of the coastline.