Early hearty breakfast at a reliable Pune spot (suggestion: Vohuman Cafe or Shreyas) to fuel the long travel day; open early for travelers and offers local favorites like misal and pav bhaji.
Recommended: morning flight Pune → Indore (fastest) or overnight train to Ujjain if you prefer to arrive pre-dawn for Bhasma Aarti; flight reduces road time and lets you reach Ujjain comfortably by midday.
Visit the famous Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga for darshan; the temple is a major spiritual site in Ujjain — regular darshan hours run broadly from early morning to late evening (special Bhasma Aarti is pre-dawn, usually around 4:00am).
If you want a powerful and unique ritual experience, attend the pre-dawn Bhasma Aarti at Mahakaleshwar (usually around 4:00–5:00am); confirm timing locally as it may change for festivals.
Long scenic drive (~5.5–7 hours depending on stops) across western MP into southern Rajasthan; plan a couple of short breaks for refreshments and photos.
Short visit to the Kirti Stambh and nearby Meera Temple; these monuments are part of the Chittorgarh Fort complex and accessible in the late afternoon (confirm specific site closing times, usually by 5:00–6:00pm for some inner monuments).
Spend the morning and early afternoon exploring Chittorgarh Fort — see Rana Kumbha Palace, Padmini’s Palace, Vijay Stambh, and historic battlements; fort complex typically open 8:30am–5:30pm and is a must-see for history and views.
Visit Swaliya Seth shrine / local family temple in Chittorgarh (often called a local 'Seth' temple) to experience village devotional traditions; small shrine hours typically run from morning until early evening (approx 6:00am–8:00pm) — confirm locally.
Visit the famous Khatu Shyam Ji temple for darshan; temple timings are generous (generally open early morning to late night) and evenings are vibrant with devotees — expect queues on busy days, so allow time.
If you want a quieter experience, attend early-morning darshan at Khatu Shyam Ji when crowds are lighter; otherwise have breakfast and prepare to depart.
Visit the well-known Salasar Balaji Hanuman temple; temple is usually open from early morning until late evening (approx 5:00am–10:00pm) and is a major regional pilgrimage center.
If time allows, have lunch in Jaipur and optionally visit a nearby quick sight (Amber is farther out — best if you have extra time); otherwise proceed to the airport.
Arrive back in Pune; transfer home or to your hotel. End of pilgrimage loop. If you prefer train travel, swap the flight legs for trains and adjust timings accordingly.