We have found the perfect riverside getaway, far from the madding crowds. Perched on the idyllic banks of the Tirthan River in Kullu district, Citrus County Farm Stays’ resort Basera—By the Tirthan is the next best thing to home. Located at 5,100 ft, the resort offers five cottages, each of which features spectacular views of the river and cloud-capped mountains. Whether you like to lounge by a babbling brook, read a book and sip chai, or get lost on untouched nature trails, Basera delivers. The area is home to 300 species of birds. You can go fishing for trout, discover one of the many hidden waterfalls, trek in the nearby ranges, go biking, cross the river on a zipline, or visit a village. The Great Himalayan National Park is just a 1.5 hr walk away. Tariff: From ₹5,500 plus taxes Contact: +91-9815077880, baseraattirthan.com