Famous Pune vegetarian cafe serving dosas, idlis and filter coffee — a reliable fuel stop before a long drive; check opening hours (typically from 7:00AM).
A compact historical fort dating to the 16th century offering a quick cultural stop; generally open afternoons but check local closing times (often around 6:00PM).
Explore City Palace museum and the neighbouring astronomical instruments at Jantar Mantar; both sites typically open 9:00AM–5:00PM so plan for mid-morning visits.
Check into a hotel in Delhi (Aerocity or central) and have dinner — Bukhara is recommended for iconic North Indian cuisine (confirm dinner service hours; typically evening only).
Experience the evening aarti, the shimmering marble and gold-lit reflection in the sarovar — the shrine is open 24/7 but timings for ceremonies vary, so check the evening schedule; remove shoes and cover head.
Enjoy the free, nutritious langar served day and night at the Golden Temple for a uniquely communal experience, or sample iconic Punjabi dishes at Kesar Da Dhaba (open long hours).
Start the mountain leg early from Chandigarh towards Manali via NH205/NH3; the drive is scenic but long (~7–8 hours) with Himalayan ascents — check weather and road conditions before leaving.
Peaceful wooden temple and surrounding cedar forest provides a tranquil morning outing; the temple area is generally open early until evening (approx 6:00PM).
Solang Valley (paragliding, rope activities) is open daily with vendors typically 9:00AM–5:00PM; Rohtang requires a permit and can be closed seasonally — check current access and snow conditions before going.
Wind down with a comfortable dinner at a local favourite (e.g., The Johnson's Kitchen or Il Forno for pizzas) and prepare for onward travel or return journey.