For centuries central Vietnam was ruled by the Cham people, with Nha Trang at the heart of their Champa kingdom. Discover more about this fascinating past by visiting the ancient Cham temple towers of Po Klong Garai and then have lunch with a local Cham family. As the sun sets you will then witness a Cham Master conduct a scared blessing before a traditional dinner is served under the stars.

Set off from the lovely Ninh Van Bay hotel and kayak to a secluded private beach for the afternoon. Over the course of the 45 minute kayak you'll pass various fishermen tending their nets and locals going about their daily lives, but when you arrive at the beach you'll find yourselves totally alone and able to sunbathe, go snorkelling and explore the beach's lush surroundings as you please.

Get to grips with the authentic side of Nha Trang on a guided cycling tour of the lush rice-paddy fields and rural villages, which are a much more accurate representation of what life is like for the locals here. Stop to chat to the villagers you pass as you cycle and even visit some of the local industry workshops where rice paper is produced and cashew nuts are sorted.