The fresh smell of hay, wildflowers of all possible colours, demanding ups and comfortable, cooling downs, crucial coffee breaks, a series of historical and political exchanges while pedalling, good humour, friendly and pleasant accommodation, many unique old churches, people’s friendliness and invitation to have a closer look, flocks of herded sheep, Mihai’s and Radu’s natural talent for creating a relaxed, yet very personal relationship and their interest in their guest companies, the food, the landscapes, the many holes to be avoided while cycling, the Lada procession at a wedding, the local grocery/bar atmosphere in Morlaca, the palinkas - not to forget, the swinging scythes in the fields, the horse-driven carts, the sunshine, the sweat... and we could go on. Our 4-days Land of Calata cycle tour was unbelievably good. If you have the chance.... DO treat yourself to this experience. We feel so fortunate to have had our opening to Romania, and Transylvania, in this manner. Wonderfully honest picture, we believe, and wonderfully void of tourist traps of all kinds. Cannot recommend it highly enough. DO go!