Trading the sunny beach side of Nha Trang for a more countryside-infused experience is woven around the Cai River and the historical remnants of the Champa Kingdom.

Days like these in Vietnam are actually meant never to end. Colouring the sky and sea in all shades of blue, Nha Trang is no stranger to exceed expectations for an indulgence of what lies outside its tropical town borders.

Located in the South-Eastern province in central Vietnam, little has changed. Without embracing modern times to leave the past behind, a rustic project has been the foundation of giving visitors a peek into the hues of a bygone era.

Together with its heavenly beaches, a very rich marine life, and the colourful coral reef just a short boat ride away, have made Nha Trang become one of the best spots for scuba diving and snorkelling.

With a backdrop of mountains, numerous deserted islands and kilometres of white sandy beaches, it is hard not to enjoy the benefits of such an idyllic location. We are talking about Nha Trang, of course.

Away from the high rise and tourism opportunities along the palm-fringed beaches of Nha Trang, this from origin traditional fishing town

Nha Trang’s main feature is its spectacular crescent-shaped bay dotted with tropical islands, framed by a backdrop of rolling hills

Shaped like an elongated crescent moon, Nha Trang Bay is one of the most scenic bays across Vietnam's coastline. Numerous hotels and resorts have lined up along the bay overlooking the East Sea and surrounded by mountain ranges further inland.