15 days in Phuket Itinerary

Quieter than nearby Patong Beach, the resort town of Karon offers a wide stretch of golden sand, which attracts mostly couples and families.

Step out of the city life by going to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket Offices and Simba Sea Trips. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Karon View Point and Spas. Change things up with these side-trips from Karon: Phuket Town (Monkey Hill & Khao Rang Hill View Point), Kamala Beach (in Kamala) and Choeng Thale (Green Elephant Sanctuary Park & Surin Beach). There's lots more to do: whizz through the canopy at Flying Hanuman, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Chalong Bay Rum Distillery & Restaurant, see Off-Road Tours, and stop by Harry's Fashion Suits Phuket.

To see photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Karon trip maker.

Manchester, UK to Karon is an approximately 20.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Indochina Time (ICT) is 7 hours. Traveling from Manchester in April, expect Karon to be warmer, temps between 38°C and 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to drive to Mai Khao.

The vast stretches of beach in Mai Khao, once a nesting area for the giant leatherback turtle, are home to various aquatic and relaxation activities.

Get outdoors at Mai Khao Beach and Khao Phra Thaeo National Park. Relax by the water at Naiyang Beach and Sirinat National Park. Explore Mai Khao's surroundings by going to Pa Khlok (SeaStar Andaman - Day Tours & Ao Po Pier). The adventure continues: tour the pleasant surroundings at The Gibbon Rehabilitation Project (GRP), take in the dramatic scenery at Bang Pae Waterfall, get advice or help at Khun Mae Ju Phuket, and take in the views from Saphan Sarasin Bridge.

To see reviews, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Mai Khao vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Karon to Mai Khao takes 1.5 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Mai Khao can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling home.