The gardens are a stop, not a detour
Yadavindra Gardens, Pinjore, Haryana
Pinjore's Mughal-style terraced gardens sit right on the way to the hills, which makes them an easy break on the drive. The fountains and lights are the draw in the evening, so the order of your day matters.
The lesson
Plan the stop for late afternoon on the way back rather than first thing on the way up.