8 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.

Shop till you drop at Jungceylon and Bob Collection. We've included these beaches for you: Patong Beach and Kata Beach. Spend the 17th (Tue) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Phuket Big Buddha, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, look for gifts at Suit Master, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Naka Market.

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Johannesburg, South Africa to Karon is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of flight, bus, and taxi. You can also do a combination of flight, ferry, and car. The time zone changes from South Africa Standard Time to Indochina Time, which is usually a 5 hour difference. In July, Karon is warmer than Johannesburg - with highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to travel to Nai Yang.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Fri): enjoy the sand and surf at Nai Yang Beach, then admire the sheer force of Gibbon Rehabilitation Project, and then kick back and relax at Mai Khao Beach.

For photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read our Nai Yang vacation site .

Traveling by car from Karon to Nai Yang takes 1.5 hours. In July, daily temperatures in Nai Yang can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.