3-day
Specific Tour
Unlimited
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Tsakonia, on the eastern side of Mount Parnon, is among the most distinctive corners of the Peloponnese. The Tsakonian dialect is still spoken here, a direct descendant of Doric — the only living survival of ancient Doric in the world.
From Athens 200 kilometres via Astros, three hours of bends but with striking coastal views. From Kiato about 2.5 hours. The mountain road from Leonidio to Kosmas climbs to 1,150 metres in 30 kilometres — one of the finest in the Peloponnese.
Leonidio, built beneath an enormous red cliff, has become an international climbing destination with over 1,500 routes. Elona Monastery, clinging to the cliff at 650 metres, is one of the most striking sights in the country. Kosmas, at 1,150 metres, with its square and plane trees. And Kastanitsa, a stone village of tower houses in chestnut woods.
Plaka Leonidiou, Livadi, Poulithra and Sampatiki — pebbles, clear water and fish tavernas at the water’s edge.
The PDO Tsakonian aubergine, fish at Plaka, chestnuts from Kastanitsa and local olive oil.
The road to Kosmas and Kastanitsa is full of bends — allow double the map time. Climbing season is autumn and spring; summer is too hot on the rock.
Three days for Leonidio, the monastery, the mountain villages and a beach. The price covers accommodation with breakfast — you arrive in your own car.
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From €165 per person
Indicative price per person in low season, for two people. The final price depends on the hotels you choose when you book.
This is an indicative price. You book your accommodation yourself on bookings.liastravel.com and see the final price there for the dates and hotels you choose.
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Price and availability last updated: 20 September 2026
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