Laos is ready and waiting. There's no end to the adventures you'll be able to have once you climb into the driver's seat of that rental car. To get everything you can out of your trip, here are some basics that everybody should know. Laos is among the diverse countries that make up Asia. Zoom deeper into the map and the capital, Vientiane, will appear. If you're hoping to experience the country's beating pulse, a stop here is highly recommended.